FC Barcelona is still facing complex moments in the case of Dani Olmo and Pau Víctor. Joan Laporta and Hansi Flick's hopes of having both players in the Spanish Super Cup have crumbled after the negative reply from the Superior Sports Council (CSD).
The blaugrana team had placed all its bets on the urgent appeal presented to the CSD, aiming to register its two players in time. However, the resolution was unfavorable, marking a severe blow for Barça.
Barça's Legal Battle
Since LaLiga and the Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) rejected the registrations of Olmo and Víctor, Barça hasn't ceased its fight. The club filed an appeal with more than 60 documents and a detailed 52-page report, alleging a misapplication of the federative regulations by LaLiga.
Joan Laporta hoped that the CSD, led by José Manuel Rodríguez Uribes, would reverse the initial decision. However, the CSD itself had previously validated the regulations applied by LaLiga and the RFEF, making the case more complicated.
Finally, the reply was clear: there will be no urgent appeal for Dani Olmo and Pau Víctor, leaving both players out of the Spanish Super Cup.
Without Dani Olmo or Pau Víctor in Arabia
The culé team is already in Saudi Arabia, ready to play the Super Cup semifinal against Athletic Club. However, Dani Olmo and Pau Víctor won't be able to be part of the team.
The decision has caused frustration in the club. Olmo, one of the most important transfers of last summer, remains in the stands, while Pau Víctor also sees his chances to shine thwarted.
Although Barça expected a positive resolution, the CSD argued that the Catalan club's haste and conditions didn't justify the exceptional measure.
The Last Resort: Ordinary Justice
With the CSD's refusal, Barça is left without immediate options to register its players. The last avenue to explore is to turn to ordinary justice.
However, this process could take at least 15 days to solve, meaning Olmo and Víctor will continue to be unavailable for Barça's upcoming commitments.
The absence of Dani Olmo affects not only the sports aspect but also the financial one. The midfielder arrived at Barça with high expectations after a standout performance in the Euro Cup, and his transfer represented a significant investment for the club.
Additionally, not having him in key competitions can influence the team's performance, which seeks to continue in LaLiga, the Champions League, and the Super Cup.
For Pau Víctor, the situation is equally complicated. The young player hoped to establish himself in the first team, but this situation hinders his progression at a crucial moment in his career.
Laporta and Flick's Reaction
Joan Laporta has shown optimism throughout the process, but the current reality is a hard blow to digest. Meanwhile, Hansi Flick will have to rethink his strategy for the upcoming matches, adapting to the absence of two key pieces in his scheme.
Barça is in a moment of reflection. While the legal battle continues, the team needs to focus on immediate sports challenges and overcome this obstacle with determination.
The case of Dani Olmo and Pau Víctor marks a complicated chapter for FC Barcelona. The CSD's refusal leaves the club without quick options to solve their situation, and the absence of both players will be a challenge both in sports and institutionally.
While Barça evaluates its next legal steps, it's clear that this battle isn't over. However, for now, the two players will have to keep waiting from the stands.