As one of the most iconic football stadiums in the world, Camp Nou is about to undergo a significant transformation. The FC Barcelona club has announced that during the 2023-24 season, their home games will be held at a different venue due to extensive renovations planned for their beloved stadium. This move reflects the club's commitment to enhancing the fan experience and modernizing their facilities.
Club president Joan Laporta and the city’s mayor, Ada Colau, recently confirmed that the team will play at the Lluís Companys Stadium, which is owned by the city. This venue, with a capacity of 60,000, previously hosted the Olympic Games and has its own rich history. While fans may be disappointed to leave Camp Nou temporarily, the upgrades are aimed at creating an even more spectacular atmosphere for future matches.
After delays, the modernization project for Camp Nou aims to begin this year, following the city's approval. The current capacity of Camp Nou is 99,000, and the renovations will help increase this number to 110,000, alongside significant improvements to the surrounding area. This ambitious project is estimated to cost around €1.5 billion and is set to be completed by the end of the 2025-26 season.
As the renovations commence, the club will still play at Camp Nou for the upcoming season, but fans should prepare for a return to a different experience when they come back. The plan is to reduce the stadium's capacity to 50% for the 2024-25 season while the work is being completed. The club anticipates that all renovations will be finalized by the end of the 2025-26 season.
The Barcelona board has expressed their vision of turning Camp Nou into “the largest, most innovative, and attractive sports and entertainment space within a city.” This aligns not just with the club's sporting ambitions but also with their desire to create a dynamic environment for all fans and visitors alike.
