Barcelona release statement as construction worker tragically dies during Nou Camp stadium renovation

SportFootballLa Liga BARCELONA have released a statement after a construction worker died on the site of the Camp Nou. The iconic stadium is still undergoing renovations which began in 2023. A Camp Nou construction worker has died Credit: Getty Barcelona have released a statement confirming it Credit: Getty The Blaugrana’s statement said: “FC Barcelona deeply regrets the death of the worker who lost his life yesterday in the workplace accident that occurred during the renovation works at Spotify Camp Nou. “The Club wishes to express its deepest condolences and extend its heartfelt support to his family, friends, and colleagues. Sign up for the Football newsletter Thank you! “FC Barcelona President Joan Laporta wishes to personally convey his condolences to the family and places himself at their disposal on behalf of the entire Club.” The accident came during Barca’s renovation work, which is now in its third year. The Catalan giants returned to the stadium with a reduced capacity last term. However, recent reports suggest the club might have to temporarily wave goodbye to their famous old ground once again next year. The Spanish champions have reportedly asked Barcelona City Council for permission to use the Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys – known as the Montjuïc – during the first half of the 2027/28 season. Barcelona spent two seasons playing at the Montjuïc between 2023/24 and 2024/25, and at the start of this season they fluctuated between there and their training ground – the Johan Cruyff Stadium – before moving back into the Camp Nou in November. Most read in Sport One of the most complicated stages of the renovation project is scheduled to begin in the summer of 2027. That phase involves installing the new roof structure over the stadium. As a result, Barcelona fear they may not be able to host matches at the Camp Nou during the opening months of the 2027/28 campaign. The proposed roof is set to become one of the standout features of the revamped stadium. For now, plans are in place to increase the capacity bit by bit, with 80,000 fans expected later this year. There could be a full crowd of 105,000 by April 2027. Top football travel deals Comment now