Enrique Negreira, formerly vice-president of the Technical Committee of Referees (CTA), has become embroiled in a controversy involving Barcelona. The club made 33 payments to a company owned by Negreira between 2001 and 2018. Barcelona faces corruption charges and is determined to clear its name in court.
Recent developments, as reported by El Mundo, reveal that the Civil Guard has determined that refereeing in Spain was “not impartial” while Negreira held his position. Additionally, Barcelona has not disclosed the identities of the professionals involved in Negreira’s company’s services and has failed to provide copies of videos, documents, or reports detailing specific advisory work.
Police Conclude Lack of Impartiality in Spanish Officiating During Enrique Negreira’s Tenure amid Barcelona Accusations
The Civil Guard disputes allegations that Barcelona paid over €8 million (£7 million/$8.6 million) to Negreira, deeming them false. The police’s findings have been forwarded to Spanish courts, leaving Barcelona awaiting further developments in the case.
The outcome of this case remains uncertain, and Barcelona continues to grapple with its legal implications.