The president of the Spanish Football League (LFP), Javier Tebas, stated that the clubs "Barcelona" and "Espanyol" could not remain in "La Liga" if Catalonia became an independent state.
The Catalan parliament elections will take place this Sunday, with the main topic being the possible region's independence from Spain.
Former "Barcelona" coach Pep Guardiola is one of the most famous supporters of separation from Spain, and proponents of pro-Catalan views also include Xavi and Gerard Pique, who advocate for a referendum on this issue.
Some Catalan politicians claim that even in the event of the country's division, "Barcelona" would remain in the Spanish football system. However, LFP president J. Tebas stated on his Twitter account that this is impossible.
"If Spain splits, La Liga will split. Let's hope we never find ourselves in this absurd situation," J. Tebas feared.
He was seconded by Spanish Minister of Sport Miguel Cardenal.
"Barcelona" would not be able to continue competing in the Spanish league," the minister insisted last week. "It is absurd to think that if Catalonia separates, the club will request to be registered in the Spanish league."
Meanwhile, the club itself declared neutrality in this situation. President Josep Maria Bartomeu assured that "Barcelona" will not get involved in politics before the elections.
"We have always talked about sports. We will not engage in political campaigns. I understand that politicians have to do that, but 'Barca' will show its neutrality," Bartomeu abstractly stated.
