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Financial Crisis Threatens Barcelona Basketball Amid Major Player Exodus
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First reported by Mako · Jul 14, 2026
What happened
Barcelona basketball faces a financial crisis leading to major player departures and staff changes, including coach Xavi Pascual's move to Dubai. The club reported significant losses and low attendance, prompting a rebuild focused on youth and cost reduction ahead of the 2026/27 season.
- 01Barcelona basketball faces a financial crisis causing key player and coach departures.
- 02Xavi Pascual signed with Dubai; Will Clyburn is moving to Fenerbahce.
- 03The club lost $56 million in 2022/23 and $10.34 million in 2023/24, with low EuroLeague attendance.
- 04Multiple players left during the summer, including Juan Marcos and Thomas Satoransky.
- 05Barcelona aims to build a younger, faster team with a 14-15 player roster focused on youth.
- 06Despite plans to raise salaries, financial instability suggests budget cuts ahead.
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