Barcelona reportedly contacted FIFA to request a late slot at the 2025 Club World Cup, but the governing body rejected their approach.
A spot opened up at the tournament after FIFA removed Club Leon due to multi-ownership rules.
The spot was given to LAFC, who won a play-in match against Club America, as FIFA prioritized giving the spot to another CONCACAF team.
Barcelona had sought to join the tournament despite missing out on automatic qualification, but their request was denied.