In a surprising development, FC Barcelona are now reportedly considering a temporary return to the Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys (Montjuïc) — just weeks after initiating their highly anticipated comeback to the partially rebuilt Spotify Camp Nou.
A Premature Homecoming Turns Problematic
The club had planned a symbolic return to Camp Nou at the start of the 2025/26 season, marking the next chapter in their rich history. However, this return has quickly been branded an “early failure” by internal sources due to several major challenges:
Unfinished Construction Areas: Key sectors of the stadium remain under heavy renovation, limiting fan access and creating safety and visibility concerns.
Poor Matchday Experience: Fans have reported chaotic entry processes, restricted facilities, and a generally underwhelming environment not fitting of Barça’s stature.
Logistical Complications: Transportation, crowd control, and general infrastructure around the stadium haven’t been fully restored to operational capacity — a factor severely disrupting matchday flow.
Return to Montjuïc Being Considered Until November
Faced with mounting criticism and operational inefficiencies, Barcelona’s leadership is now planning to submit an official request to La Liga and UEFA to relocate back to Montjuïc at least until November 2025. The Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys, although not ideal in terms of atmosphere and tradition, offers a more stable and ready-to-use venue while Camp Nou’s redevelopment continues.
Club and Fan Reaction
This move would likely raise further questions about the project management behind Camp Nou’s redevelopment. Already, figures like Víctor Font have publicly criticized the board for “wishful thinking replacing realism” and misleading the public about return timelines.
Meanwhile, fans are left frustrated — having eagerly awaited the return to their iconic stadium, only to now face more months of uncertainty and displacement.
What It Means Going Forward
If approved, the temporary return to Montjuïc would not only impact the team’s home advantage and revenue expectations, but could also complicate sponsorship agreements and broadcast logistics already tied to the new Camp Nou era
