As the 2026 FIFA World Cup reach its final stage, Barcelona have already started preparing for the season ahead.
Much of the focus is on work surrounding the Camp Nou, with the club notably looking to add a new state-of-the-art pitch.
Barcelona are also continuing to invest in the club’s long-term infrastructure projects, with the focus now being on a state-of-the-art gym at the Ciutat Esportiva Joan Gamper, reports SPORT.
Designed to maximise efficiency
The new gym is being constructed in one corner of the training area, right next to the first-team pitches, with the aim of making day-to-day training more efficient.
Under Hansi Flick, Barcelona have greatly prioritised player fitness. (Photo by Eric Alonso/Getty Images)
Its location will allow players to move seamlessly between on-field sessions and indoor strength or recovery work without having to walk to another building.
As a result, while some players continue drills on the grass, others can complete personalised gym sessions or rehabilitation programmes simultaneously.
Beyond saving time, the facility is expected to improve the overall flow of training sessions and give the coaching and performance staff greater flexibility in managing player workloads.
The gym will also be fitted with the latest strength-training and recovery equipment, enabling players to undergo specialised conditioning and rehabilitation programmes using cutting-edge technology.
Barcelona have made physical conditioning a major priority in recent months, strengthening both their medical and performance departments while bringing in specialist staff to help maximise player fitness and reduce injuries.
Deco already planning the next phase
The new gym is part of Barcelona’s long-term sporting infra projects. (Photo by David Ramos/Getty Images)
The investment is part of Barcelona’s continued commitment to modernising the Ciutat Esportiva Joan Gamper, which has served as the club’s training base since 2006.
The new gym is not expected to be the final upgrade at the training facilities.
As per the report, sporting director Deco is already considering a second phase of the modernisation project, although it is not an immediate priority.
The proposal involves building a state-of-the-art residence for the first team, giving players a dedicated space to rest and recover before matches or during training camps.
Such facilities have become increasingly common among Europe’s elite clubs, and Barcelona view the project as another step towards providing their players with a world-class working environment.
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