The president of the Association of Democracy and Transparency in Sports, MiguelGalán, has filed a new complaint against JavierTebas, the leader of LaLiga, before the Higher Sports Council (CSD). The action comes after Tebas' comments published on platform Galán considers that these statements constitute a very serious infraction according to the Sports Law and requests the dismissal and disqualification of Tebas from his position.
The twenty-page document requests that the CSD, chaired by JoséManuelRodríguezUribes, take the complaint to the Sports Administrative Court (TAD). The request includes the imposition of immediate sanctions against Tebas, while the process is being processed. This is not the first time that Galán resorts to administrative action against the president of the employers' association; In August 2025, he filed a similar complaint for the publication of information about RealMadrid's financial situation on the LaLiga website. On that occasion, the TAD closed the file without sanction after a year of study, concluding that there were no reasons to penalize Tebas.
The context of the new complaint is fueled by the growing tension between the leaders of the Association of Football Clubs and the representatives of the clubs. Tebas's message in Galán, who heads the Democracy and Transparency in Sports Association, has reiterated his position that Tebas' conduct violates the ethical and legal principles that govern Spanish sport.
Regarding the possible response of the CSD, President RodríguezUribes has declared that the organization will study the complaint and decide whether to submit it to the TAD. However, the final decision will depend on the assessment of the seriousness of Tebas' statements and the evidence presented by Galán. If the process advances, the TAD is expected to evaluate the accusation under current regulations and determine whether to impose disciplinary measures.
The situation highlights the fragility of the relationship between employers and clubs, as well as the importance of institutional supervision in Spanish football. The next few days will be crucial to determine if the CSD acts and if the TAD will impose any sanctions on Tebas. Meanwhile, the Democracy and Transparency in Sports Association will continue to closely monitor the development of the case and will keep its members informed of any progress.