Barcelona Respond After Real Madrid Dossier Reaches UEFA in Negreira Case
Barcelona have officially responded to the latest development surrounding the Negreira case after UEFA confirmed that it had received additional documentation submitted by Real Madrid.
The UEFA statement generated widespread attention because it referred to the documents being assessed by its Ethics and Disciplinary Inspectors as part of their ongoing review of the case.
Real Madrid subsequently called on UEFA to move quickly with its investigation.
However, Barcelona have now rejected suggestions that UEFA has opened a new disciplinary investigation against the club.
The Catalan giants insist that the existing UEFA proceedings began in 2023 and have never formally been closed.
Barcelona Deny a New UEFA Investigation
In an official statement, Barcelona clarified their interpretation of UEFA's announcement.
According to the club, UEFA has simply confirmed receipt of the documentation submitted by Real Madrid and that investigators will assess the material within the framework of the existing proceedings.
Barcelona emphasised that UEFA has not announced the opening, reopening or reactivation of a new disciplinary case.
The club also stressed that it has continued cooperating with UEFA throughout the process.
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Barça Have Not Received a New Request From UEFA
Barcelona also revealed that, as of the date of its statement, UEFA had not made any new requests to the club regarding the latest documentation.
The Catalans further stated that Real Madrid's complaint and dossier had not been forwarded to Barcelona.
The club says it will respond appropriately if UEFA eventually requests information or clarification, maintaining that it has complied with previous requests throughout the investigation.
Barcelona's position is therefore that the latest UEFA announcement should not be interpreted as a new disciplinary proceeding.
Barcelona Highlight That the Existing Case Was Never Closed
The club also addressed the language surrounding the status of the investigation.
Barcelona stated that proceedings began in 2023 when UEFA appointed two investigators to examine the matter.
According to the club, those proceedings were never formally closed, meaning they cannot technically be described as having been reopened.
Barcelona pointed specifically to UEFA's reference to an “ongoing investigation and review” as evidence supporting that interpretation.
The latest Real Madrid documentation will therefore be assessed as part of the existing process.
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The Negreira Case Remains Unresolved
Barcelona also noted that the UEFA proceedings remain subject to the outcome of the criminal proceedings taking place in Spain.
The club reiterated its willingness to cooperate with the relevant authorities while asking for accuracy and precision in coverage of the case.
Barcelona have also pointed out that they have continued obtaining UEFA licences and participating in European competitions since the investigation began.
That, however, does not by itself resolve the underlying allegations or determine the eventual outcome of the proceedings.
For now, UEFA's investigators will decide what, if any, further action is appropriate after reviewing the additional documentation submitted by Real Madrid.
What Happens Next?
The immediate next step rests with UEFA's investigators.
They will assess the new material within the existing investigation and determine whether any further action or requests for information are necessary.
Barcelona maintain that they have nothing new to respond to at this stage and will continue cooperating if UEFA approaches the club.
The latest development therefore adds another chapter to a long-running case, but Barcelona's official position is clear: UEFA has not opened a new disciplinary proceeding against the club.
The investigation remains ongoing, and the eventual outcome will depend on the findings of the relevant authorities.