Before Barcelona's first Champions League group stage match, Laporta had lunch with Feyenoord's senior management. Upon arriving at the restaurant, he was interviewed by reporters, discussing the club's objectives and his views on the Ballon d'Or nominations.

Laporta said: "Our goal is to win a third consecutive league title, which would be an extraordinary achievement. Our goal is to continue dominating cup competitions, which is also important. Our goal is to win the Spanish Super Cup, which would send a strong signal mid-season that we are aiming for the title. Of course, this year we also want to win the Champions League. If you ask me what our main goal is, I would say: all of them."

"Barcelona is a unique club in the world, and the Ballon d'Or nominations received by our players, coaches, and the club as a whole are the best proof of this. We are very proud of this. Our players should be grateful for everything Barcelona has given them. I am particularly proud of our Barcelona players, and I would be delighted if a Barcelona player wins."

"Yamal is excellent, gifted, and a genius. I believe his Ballon d'Or nomination is well-deserved. He is talented, mature, and exceptional for his age. He is also the captain... I also want to say that I feel for some other players who could also have been captains, such as Gavi, who also has a brilliant record."

"This was a decision made by the players and Flick, and I think it was very wise. Speaking of the nomination list, I regret that Pedri and Raphinha were not included. I think they also deserved nominations; their performances merited them."

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