Chimezie Metu: Nigerian basketball star leads Barcelona teammates to visit Camp Nou

On March 12, 2025, Chimezie Metu, the Nigerian-American professional basketball star for FC Barcelona’s basketball team, joined his teammates, club officials, and technical staff for a memorable visit to the ongoing construction site of Spotify Camp Nou, FC Barcelona’s iconic football stadium undergoing a transformative renovation.

The visit, documented by FC Barcelona’s official basketball Twitter account showcased Metu and his colleagues donning safety gear—hard hats and high-visibility vests adorned with the FC Barcelona crest—as they explored the bustling worksite of the future Spotify Camp Nou.

Metu, who signed a one-year contract with FC Barcelona on July 30, 2024, has quickly become a key player in the Liga ACB and EuroLeague, bringing his impressive college basketball experience from the USC Trojans and his NBA tenure with the San Antonio Spurs to the Palau Blaugrana.

Standing at an imposing 6’10”, Metu’s presence on the court is matched by his curiosity and engagement off it, as evidenced by his participation in this unique behind-the-scenes tour of the stadium project.

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The images shared on X depict Metu alongside teammates and club officials, including Josep Cubells, the executive responsible for FC Barcelona’s basketball section, as they navigated the construction zone.

The photographs capture the group inspecting the progress of the renovation, with cranes, scaffolding, and concrete structures forming the backdrop of Barcelona’s ambitious endeavor to modernize its historic home.

The Spotify Camp Nou, previously known as Camp Nou, is being reimagined to increase its capacity to over 105,000 seats and enhance its facilities, ensuring it remains a global football landmark while integrating modern technology and sustainability features.

For Metu, the visit likely offered a rare opportunity to connect with the broader vision of FC Barcelona, a club renowned for its multisport legacy, spanning football, basketball, and more.