After Atlético's complaint: Barcelona and Álvarez face harsh penalties
The Spanish Football Federation has launched a disciplinary investigation into FC Barcelona following a formal complaint from Atletico Madrid. The complaint alleges that Barcelona engaged in repeated, improper pursuit of Julian Alvarez over several months. Both clubs now face a period where they must present their respective cases to league officials.
Legal experts point to Article 93 of the federation’s disciplinary code as the basis for potential sanctions. The scope of these penalties is significant. Beyond direct financial fines, the club and individual officials involved could face suspensions ranging from one month to two years. There is also the possibility of a four-match ban for specific individuals linked to the alleged harassment.
Athletic Madrid remains firm in its stance, pushing for full accountability through both the Spanish Football Federation and FIFA. The consequences under consideration include the partial or total closure of Barcelona’s stadium facilities for up to two months. Furthermore, the club faces the risk of a three-point deduction in the La Liga standings.
The most severe potential outcome involves a registration ban. If proven, Barcelona could be barred from signing or registering new players during future transfer windows. As the process moves forward, both organizations are bracing for the official determination from the federation regarding these alleged violations.