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Josep Pedrerol in a blue suit and white jersey raises a finger in front of the FC Barcelona and Real Madrid crests on a green background.

Josep Pedrerol reveals Florentino's surprise message to Laporta: 'If you want him...'

The host of El Chiringuito has dropped the bomb after all the rumors

The next Clásico still doesn't have a confirmed venue. Initially, it was scheduled to be held at Camp Nou, but Laporta seems to be looking for an alternative venue. The match is set for next May and it's possible that the culer stronghold won't be ready. In this regard, Florentino Pérez is aware of this and has reportedly made a proposal to his counterpart at Barça.

The journalist Josep Pedrerol discussed this in the latest episode of El Chiringuito. He was adamant about the possible venue for the next Clásico, stating the following: "I've spoken with Real Madrid: They offer Bernabéu".

Josep Pedrerol | El Chiringuito

In this regard, Josep Pedrerol's words have caused a huge stir among Real Madrid fans, who don't want Bernabéu to be loaned to Barça. However, it seems that Laporta won't accept Florentino's proposal. Instead, he will seek a major stadium in Europe as an alternative for the next Clásico of the League.

In any case, what Madrid-Barcelona has learned is that the possibility of El Clásico being held outside of Spain is minimal. Although Barça is looking for an alternative in Europe in case Camp Nou fails, this is proving very difficult. Sources assure this outlet that the main 'plan B' is Mestalla, Valencia's stadium, a midpoint between both cities that has all the approvals.

El Clásico in Europe: Laporta Tells Florentino

This news hasn't caught Florentino Pérez by surprise, as he has known about this possibility for several weeks. He discussed it with Joan Laporta during the last Super Cup, giving his approval to take El Clásico away from Barcelona. We are talking about a plan B, as long as the construction continues to be delayed and it's impossible to play at Camp Nou.

Joan Laporta and Florentino Pérez | Getty Images, Freepik, Madrid-Barcelona

At FC Barcelona, they are beginning to see it as very difficult for Camp Nou to be ready for this season, although they won't make anything official until the time comes. Meanwhile, Real Madrid waits and remains expectant of the decision. It wouldn't be surprising if the last Clásico of this League is held in some major European city.

More news is expected soon, although it's true that a final decision won't be made until the end of March or early April. Barça hopes to have everything solved by then, but is looking for alternatives.