Spotify Camp Nou, Barcelona stadium
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Barcelona’s ambitious redevelopment of the Spotify Camp Nou continues to progress, with the club constantly seeking new ways to maximise revenue.
The renovation has already introduced a host of new VIP areas, which have become a significant source of income for the Catalans.
And now, Barcelona are set to expand those premium offerings even further.
Barcelona to add 2,000 VIP seats
According to Mundo Deportivo, Barcelona announced on Friday that they will sell an additional 2,000 VIP seats at the Camp Nou.
Spotify Camp Nou, Barcelona stadium
Barcelona are looking maximise the economic potential of Camp Nou. (Photo by Eric Alonso/Getty Images)
These seats will be made available through a 15 and 30-year individual licensing system, part of a new scheme expected to generate a total of €700 million.
Work is reportedly already underway to adapt the seats, which are the padded seats located at the beginning of the first rows of the first and second tiers.
At present, there are only one or two such rows in these areas, but the club intends to add several more.
Crucially, the tickets not only grant a seat but also provide access to the VIP lounge, enhancing the overall matchday experience for those willing to pay a premium.
A lucrative revenue stream
Spotify Camp Nou, Barcelona stadium
Barcelona are banking heavily on the VIP seats at Camp Nou. (Photo by Eric Alonso/Getty Images)
It is no secret that the VIP seats and tickets represent a major revenue source for Barcelona. And depending on the importance of the fixture, prices vary considerably.
For a match against Getafe, VIP tickets for these seats range from €500 to €1,000. However, for a marquee occasion such as El Clasico, the prices soar, ranging from €2,000 to €5,500.
With the completion of the Camp Nou, around 83,000 of the total 104,600 seats will be allocated to season ticket holders, with the remainder reserved for club commitments and VIPs.
The interior of the stadium is set to be finished in 2028, with the ground due to host the Champions League final in 2029, and the entire project completed by 2031.
By that season, Barcelona expect to generate revenues of €1.45 billion, more than €250 million above this season’s budget.
Dani Olmo of FC Barcelona
Dani Olmo of FC Barcelona