Barcelona complains about Florentino Perez in Negreira case. La Liga president Javier Tebas has backed Barcelona's complaint against Real Madrid president Florentino Perez.
What happened?
The complaint is due to Perez's comments on titles won by Barcelona. Tebas has sent a written response to Barcelona after the club asked Spanish football authorities to address Perez's comments.
Why it matters for Barcelona
The complaint is important because Perez's comments can damage the reputation of the league and the credibility of referees. Tebas has reminded Barcelona that La Liga has acted in the past when criticism of referees has crossed acceptable boundaries.
| Statistic | Value |
|---|---|
| Date of complaint | Not specified |
| Titles won by Barcelona | Not specified |
What comes next?
It is likely that the complaint will have consequences for Florentino Perez and Real Madrid. Tebas has warned that La Liga will not ignore situations it considers harmful to the competition. The investigation into the Negreira case is ongoing.
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