Camp Nou update: Barcelona confirm good progress as work on pitch begins
The renovations at Spotify Camp Nou have not gone as per the schedule initially drawn out and has put Barcelona in a fix.
The Catalans were initially expected to play the second half of the season back at the historic stadium, but constant delays in the work now leave its availability in serious doubt with a potential return only spoken of in the month of May.
As relayed in a recent update by Achraf Ben Ayad, Barcelona confirm that the work at Camp Nou is progressing well.
Further, the report also adds that work has begun on preparing the steps for the new pitch in what comes as a massive update for the club.
As relayed earlier this week, the Catalans have received an assurance from the construction company that the stadium will be available for the first team's use towards the end of the season.
Currently, the plan is for Barcelona's final two games of La Liga against Real Madrid and Villarreal to be held at the Spotify Camp Nou, although there is still doubt over whether it will be available for El Clasico.
In the meantime, Joan Laporta and Co. have reached an agreement with the City Council of Barcelona to allow construction work to progress at the Spotify Camp Nou 24 hours a day.
It has served to boost the renovations and all work is being put to ensure it is available in time for El Clasico.
Barcelona have received the green light to use Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys until May 30, but their priority is to return to Spotify Camp Nou before the season ends.
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