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Barcelona unveil new pictures of renovated £1.25BILLION Nou Camp

Barcelona have unveiled new pictures of the future £1.25billion Nou Camp as they prepare to return to the legendary stadium.

On the club's X (formerly Twitter), Blaugranas have shared new images of their iconic ground, showing the significant changes to the stadium compared to its old state.

Under their new coach Hansi Flick's management, Barcelona plans to host their matches at the redeveloped Nou Camp later this year.

Initial plans revealed that President Joan Laporta aimed to celebrate the team's 125th anniversary on November 29 at their famous, soon-to-be largest stadium in Europe.

The first game is expected to have a 60 per cent capacity, allowing around 65,000 supporters to attend.

Barcelona have shared pictures of the future Nou Camp, soon-to-be the largest sports venue in Europe

A glimpse of the view Barcelona players will see when they will make their first steps onto the field

In the club's statement, Barcelona say they are 'opening up to the neighborhood and the city, ensuring comfort for members'

The future Nou Camp includes an aerial viewing platform to attract football fans and tourists, making it one of the most remarkable features of the stadium.

Additionally, the new venue will have the largest stadium roof in Europe.

The images give a glimpse of what Barcelona players, such as Lamine Yamal or Dani Olmo, will see when they will make their first steps onto the field.

Fans will enjoy a completely new view and experience of Blaugrana's games, as the modern Nou Camp will feature three big screens aimed to enhance the experience of sporting enjoyment.

The stadium will reportedly use green energy sources through 18,000m2 of solar panels, producing its own energy and generating zero CO2 emissions.

On the club's website, Barcelona said it will be a 'venue worthy of the world's best team.'

'A new space for continued success. Opening up to the neighbourhood and the city, ensuring comfort for members, generating new revenue streams for the club, and increasing its international visibility. A space where everything is possible', communicated Barca to their supporters.

'A space to experience new ways of enjoying sports and entertainment. A driving force for the city and a home for Barça fans. At the forefront of technology and sustainability. Committing to equality and recognising all sections, while protecting the legacy and the heart of a feeling.'

Barcelona are hoping to complete the first phase of construction work in November to coincide with the 125th anniversary of the club (Pictured in January) 

The Catalan giants are hoping to stage a match at around 60 per cent capacity later this year

However, some fans sarcastically questioned the source of funding for the stadium, given the club's recent financial issues.

One fan asked: 'How they afford it? Pulled another lever?'

Another commented: 'But they said Barcelona is broke. Where is the money for stadium coming from'

A different fan wondered: 'Have they paid the workers involved?' while a further supporter asked: 'So they decided to shine more light on their poverty?'

Another comment read: 'This is what made them broke or what?'

Some fans sarcastically questioned the stadium's funding source considering the club's financial difficulties in the last few years

The Catalan giants are currently playing their football at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys while Nou Camp undergoes its renovations

While the club's statements didn't specify when the team will return to their home ground, Barcelona will continue playing at the Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys.

The temporary stadium, with a capacity of 54,000, has served as their venue since the beginning of the 2023-24 season and was also used by Espanyol from 1997 to 2009.

Source: dailymail.co.uk

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