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Historic Milestone: Madrid Close to Playing against Barça at Bernabéu as Visiting Team

Camp Nou is still under construction and Montjuïc will host concerts, leaving Barça without a stadium to play El Clásico

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Alex Moreno

An unprecedented event is approaching for May's Clásico. The second leg of LaLiga between Real Madrid and Barcelona could be held outside of Barcelona. The reason? The renovations at Camp Nou and the scheduled concerts at Montjuïc.

In May, Barça's stadium won't be 100% ready. This has led the Barça club to seek alternatives to host the game. According to SER Catalunya, Barcelona is considering playing the Clásico in a major European stadium.

However, Josep Pedrerol, on El Chiringuito, dropped a bomb: “I've spoken with Real Madrid: they offer Bernabéu.” The words sparked a stir on social media. Fueling the possibility of Barça playing as the home team at Bernabéu.

Barça considers options

The program Què t’hi jugues claims that Barcelona is evaluating different scenarios for the Clásico. They are even considering playing outside of Spain if the Spotify Camp Nou renovations face further delays.

Diario AS also confirms this possibility. According to their sources, Barça is looking for a stadium with large capacity and optimal conditions for such a high-profile match. “A Clásico generates between 8 and 9 million euros in revenue,” the outlet details.

Players from two football teams prepare for a match in a stadium full of spectators.
Real Madrid and Barça players leaving Bernabéu | FC Barcelona

Despite these rumors, Barcelona hasn't yet communicated this plan B to LaLiga or the RFEF. The club is confident that the renovations can be completed on time.

Historic reaction

The idea of Barça playing as the home team at Santiago Bernabéu has sparked a huge debate. It would be an unprecedented event in the history of Spanish football. Additionally, it would be a decision loaded with symbolism.

The Clásico is one of the most-watched sporting events in the world. Choosing a stadium that matches its prestige will be key to ensuring an experience that meets expectations.

Will Bernabéu be the stage for the most curious Clásico in history? The final decision will mark an unforgettable moment in Spanish football.

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