Speaking on El Suplement on Catalunya Radio (h/t Mundo Deportivo), Barcelona vice-president Elena Fort refused to set a fixed return date for the team to return to playing at Spotify Camp Nou.
However, she did insist that there is confidence at the club that the Blaugrana will be able to start the new season at their home ground despite reports suggesting that a return could be delayed until October.
“As of today, we will not set an exact date for our return,” said Fort, following continued delays with regard to the club’s plans to move back to Camp Nou from the Montjuic stadium.
There had been hopes of holding the El Clasico in May at Camp Nou, but Fort insisted that such a timeline might be unlikely at this stage.
Explaining the current situation, the Barcelona VP added: “The current picture – though it could change within a week – is that construction is progressing at a great pace.
“Yesterday, we published photos of the new seats being installed, and we are also working on the pitch. Interior renovations are also well-advanced.
“There are scheduled completion dates, and when the time comes, we will assess whether it is worth hosting the May matches at the stadium or if it is better to wait.”
Still no date for a return. (Photo by Alex Caparros/Getty Images)
She confirmed that, if Barcelona were to reach the UEFA Champions League semi-finals, those matches would take place at Montjuic.
However, she did not commit to whether the Clasico against Real Madrid would be held at the Spotify Camp Nou.
“We will see if the effort to have the stadium ready—when construction should already be completed—is worth it for these matches or if the decision is made to wait a bit longer,” she added.
However, Fort assured that the team will start next season at the Spotify Camp Nou.
Fort’s statements come just a day after Barcelona released new images of the stadium’s renovation, showing significant progress in the first two seating tiers, the pitch area, and the stadium’s interior.
Despite these advances, the club remains cautious about setting a definitive date for their return.