Atletico Madrid Criticize Barcelona Precautionary Measure
Criticism of Higher Sports Council’s Decision
Recently, the Higher Sports Council’s decision to grant Barcelona a precautionary measure, allowing the registration of Dani Olmo and Pau Victor, has sparked criticism from various clubs and figures in Spanish football. The controversy surrounding this decision has only escalated in the last 24 hours.
Las Palmas and Atletico Madrid Express Discontent
Las Palmas was one of the first to express their dismay at the decision in a statement released on Thursday. Shortly after, Atletico Madrid followed suit with a strongly-worded letter of their own, highlighting their deep concern about the situation.
Comunicado oficial sobre la resolución del CSD
— Atlético de Madrid (@Atleti) January 9, 2025
Atletico Madrid’s Stance
Atletico Madrid’s statement emphasized their belief that the decision by the Higher Sports Council jeopardizes the current system and questions the integrity of the established rules. They highlighted the importance of economic control in La Liga, which has been instrumental in making Spanish football a financially stable and internationally respected sector.
Despite the challenges and efforts involved, Atletico Madrid has consistently adhered to the rules of economic control to maintain competitiveness. The club has undertaken capital increases to sustain their level of performance in recent years and remains committed to responsible management.
Atletico Madrid expressed concerns about the government intervention setting a dangerous precedent and potentially undermining fair competition by allowing deviations from established rules. They reiterated their commitment to upholding rigor and transparency in their operations, emphasizing the necessity of clear and equitable rules for all participants in ensuring a level playing field.
