How many Barcelona fans will be in attendance for Camp Nou return vs Athletic Club?

An insight into the extent of the crowd set to take its place at Barcelona’s upcoming return to the Spotify Camp Nou has been forthcoming online.

This of course comes on a momentous day for all associated with the reigning La Liga champions.

Barcelona on Monday finally made official the club’s plans to line out in their competitive outing at the Camp Nou since all the way back in 2023.

After two and a half years, featuring countless delays and setbacks, Hansi Flick’s troops will welcome Athletic Club to their beloved home stadium this coming weekend.

As much was announced across the Blaugrana’s website and social media platforms earlier today:

So, with the Camp Nou’s reopening set to be a gradual one, how many supporters are expected to be in attendance on Saturday afternoon?

As per a report from The Athletic, a crowd of 45,401 fans has been approved by the Barcelona City Council.

Conor Laird – GSFN