“Yes, it’s at 1-1. Based on the transfers they’ve made, it has to be,” the LaLiga president stated.

The development allows Barcelona to operate freely in the market, spending every euro they generate on new signings.

The club has worked hard to reach this point, freeing up significant salary space through the departures of Robert Lewandowski and Ansu Fati, the latter sold to Monaco for €11 million following his loan spell.

Tebas also noted that while Barcelona invested heavily to sign Anthony Gordon, the winger does not command a particularly high salary, easing the strain on the wage bill.

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That flexibility has paved the way for further business, with the arrival of Karim Adeyemi set to be confirmed soon, despite slight delay.

Tebas Relishing the World Cup Final

Barcelona does not have to worry about the 1:1 rule anymore. (Photo by Arnold Jerocki/Getty Images For Sportel)

The Barcelona update aside, Tebas was also in a reflective mood about the tournament itself, admitting he would watch the final “with nerves” while expressing confidence in Spain’s chances.

The LaLiga chief was particularly effusive about Spain’s semi-final victory over France, describing it as one of the great World Cup matches. “I don’t know if there’s ever been a match like it in the history of a World Cup,” he said.

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Never one to miss an opportunity to champion his competition, Tebas also pointed to the number of LaLiga players involved in the final as proof of the league’s standing.

“We get told we don’t sign players and so on. Spain develops players very well, and we’re proving it. Sixteen of them play in our league, and counting those from Argentina, that’s 24 of the 52 who will be in the final.

“It shows that we have the best competition in the world and the best players,” he declared.