Laporta: I hope the national team will use Yamal appropriately and plans to pay tribute to Messi at the new Camp Nou

After this Friday’s public training, Barcelona Chairman Laporta accepted an interview with the media. He talked about when to return to Camp Nou, Yamal and many other topics.

About my feelings

I feel very good and have not received any problem reports so far. We have obtained an initial use permit for 27,000 spectators but we hope to obtain a 1B license which would allow for 45,000 spectators which would mean the entire stadium except the North Stand could be used.

About Yamal being called up by the Spanish national team

I always think of a call-up to the national team as recognition, and Yamal is one of the best young players in the world. It is normal for him to be called up, but I hope the national team can use him reasonably, because the Spanish team is almost certain to advance. But I don’t want to influence the decision of the national team coach, and I don’t want to cause controversy. I think Yamal is of a very high level and performed very well against Club Brugge. Despite being frustrated at not winning, he showed great ability.

About the team's status

I'm not worried about the team's status, but we are working hard to improve every day. Flick has very clear ideas and this is part of the season. We are second in La Liga and hope to close the gap with a good game against Celta Vigo. Next up is the Champions League game against Chelsea and we have full confidence in the team and the manager. The injured players are recovering and the players who played through injuries also performed well. We are satisfied with the work of the team.

About a more competitive new stadium

We already have a more competitive team. We won three titles last year and the new stadium will provide greater comfort and security and will triple the financial revenue, which will put the club in a much healthier financial position. We are already generating additional revenue from the new stadium and this is reflected in the financial position of the club. The new stadium was built to maintain the highest standards and ensure that the club is financially and competitively viable.

Regarding hosting the Champions League final and other events at Camp Nou

What I most hope is to host the Champions League final here and have Barcelona win the championship. I believe this stadium will be one of the biggest in Europe and will therefore be chosen for the final. But most of all, I imagine playing La Liga and Copa del Rey games here and enjoying the home advantage.

About plans to pay tribute to Messi

In front of 105,000 spectators, I hope the stadium will be full, it will be a good way to celebrate and pay tribute to Messi, depending on their wishes. It won't be earlier than the end of 2026. I don't know who will be the chairman then, but I would be very happy if it was me.

About the club election

I am not thinking about this issue now. Our daily work is very busy, and the election will be held between March 15th and June 15th next year.

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