Barcelona Salary Cap Increases to €463 Million, Still Trails Real Madrid

FC Barcelona's financial situation continues to improve as La Liga announced an increase in their salary cap to €463 million ($483.7 million), up nearly €40 million since the start of the season. This marks a significant recovery from last year's low of €204 million, thanks in part to the sale of 475 VIP seats at Spotify Camp Nou, generating around €100 million. While Barcelona now has the second-highest salary cap in La Liga, they still lag behind Real Madrid, whose cap remains at €755 million. The increase allows Barcelona to spend 100% of any savings or revenue raised, adhering to the 1:1 rule, although uncertainties remain regarding the registration of new players. Several other clubs also saw minor increases in their salary limits, while some faced reductions, highlighting the varying financial health across the league. Overall, this upward trend reflects Barcelona's gradual recovery from past financial struggles.