Major spending. Barcelona exceed initial budget for Camp Nou reconstruction

Barcelona continue the redevelopment of their home stadium. Although several tiers and sections have already been reopened, the project is far from complete and further investment is needed.

Details: According to El Barça juga a RAC1, the Catalan club have already exceeded the originally planned budget for the reconstruction. Barça have surpassed the €960 million mark, and estimates suggest the final cost of the project will range between €1.1 billion and €1.2 billion.

Meanwhile, the Spanish refereeing committee has decided to suspend the VAR official who failed to award a foul on Jules Koundé. In addition, the referee involved in the match between Real Madrid and Real Sociedad was also suspended after awarding a penalty for what was deemed a simulation by Vinícius Júnior.

Reminder: The rivalry between Real Madrid and Barcelona remains intense not only on the pitch but off it as well. Once again, debate over refereeing standards has reignited.