Barcelona will pocket at least €6 million for participation in Spanish Super Cup

Barcelona find themselves navigating the turbulent waters of financial instability as years of mismanagement have culminated in an array of economic challenges.

These complications are best exhibited by the club’s lack of freedom in the transfer market as of late and struggles complying with financial fair play rules.

However, as Barcelona proceeds to regain its financial footing under Joan Laporta, the prospect of victory in the upcoming Spanish Super Cup could elevate their earnings.

In addition to the competition being perceived as a good opportunity to uplift the team’s spirit and revive trust in coach Xavi Hernandez, the Catalan giants can also use the tournament’s award system to aid their financial rehabilitation.

Barcelona poised for financial infusion

Indeed, as per SPORT Barça will receive €6 million net from the Spanish Federation just for participating in the Spanish Super Cup.

In addition, if they go all the way and win the competition, Barcelona will receive €1.5 million.

Each of the teams that are eliminated in the semi-finals will receive €750,000, while the winners will receive €1 million.

The source of this money is the agreement that the Spanish Football Federation (RFEF), under the direction of Luis Rubiales at the time, signed in 2019 with Saudi Arabia to bring the Spanish Super Cup to the Middle East for six years in exchange for €240 million, or €40 million per season.

The money is split between the participating clubs, the Spanish Federation, and the intermediary company, Kosmos, which is owned by former Barcelona player Gerard Pique.

Who will Barcelona face?

Barcelona’s tournament will commence on the 11th of January, facing off against Osasuna in the semi-finals at the Al-Awwal Stadium.

If they manage to acquire victory, they will either lock horns with Real Madrid or Atletico Madrid in the Spanish Super Cup final.