Josep Maria Bartomeu

Josep Maria Bartomeu is the former president of FC Barcelona. He is mentioned in recent news in the context of Joan Laporta's upcoming fourth term as president, with Laporta aiming to be the first elected president to complete all his mandates, a feat not achieved by Bartomeu or his predecessors. Bartomeu's name also surfaces in connection with the ongoing investigation into payments made by FC Barcelona to José María Enríquez Negreira, the former vice president of the Technical Committee of Referees. While Bartomeu is not the direct subject of the Negreira article, the scandal occurred during his presidency, making him relevant to the investigation and its potential consequences for the club. These events highlight the challenges and controversies surrounding his tenure as president and their continuing impact on FC Barcelona.