Florentino Perez Calls Real Madrid Elections Amid Trophyless Season
Real Madrid President Florentino Perez unexpectedly announced new club elections and his intention to seek re-election following a second consecutive trophyless season. During a press conference, the 79-year-old vehemently denied rumors of terminal illness, attributing such claims to a coordinated media campaign against him and the club. Citing internal instability, including managerial turmoil and player conflicts, Perez challenged critics to participate in the democratic process rather than demanding his resignation. This move aims to legitimize his leadership through a formal vote by club members, marking a significant governance shift for the Spanish football giant.
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Pope Leo XIV Named Honorary Member of Real Madrid
Real Madrid's Board of Directors held its second meeting in less than 48 hours following Florentino Pérez's re-election as president on Sunday, June 7, 2026. The Electoral Board officially recognized Pérez as president after the appeals period concluded. During the meeting, the club formalized an agreement with manager José Mourinho and named Pope Leo XIV an honorary member, the club's highest distinction. This follows an event on June 8 at the Santiago Bernabéu stadium where the Pope appeared before thousands of faithful. The club's statement expressed admiration for the Pope as a universal figure promoting peace, solidarity, and justice. The Board of Directors remains largely unchanged, with Donato González Sánchez replacing the late Santiago Aguado. The new board will serve for the next four years.
FútbolFlorentino Pérez Proclaimed Real Madrid President Until 2030
Florentino Pérez, 79, has been officially proclaimed president of Real Madrid until 2030 after receiving the certificate from the Electoral Board confirming his re-election. He won the election with 65% of the vote against businessman Enrique Riquelme. Pérez will lead his eighth term with a Board of Directors including several vice presidents. Under his leadership, Real Madrid has won 66 titles across football and basketball, including seven European Cups in football and three in basketball. During the campaign, Pérez announced the signings of coach José Mourinho and defenders Denzel Dumfries and Ibrahima Konaté. He also made a €150 million offer for Atlético Madrid's Julián Álvarez, which was rejected. Key future projects include a technological innovation campus, the 'Great Social Club', and 'Bernabéu Infinito' in collaboration with Apple. His most debated proposal involves creating a commercial company valued at €10 billion, selling 5% to an external investor, and distributing the remaining 95% among the club's 100,000 members.
FútbolRafael Nadal: Florentino Pérez is the best president in Real Madrid's history
Former tennis star Rafael Nadal, a Real Madrid fan and club member, commented on the recent Real Madrid presidential elections during a charity golf event in Palma de Mallorca. Nadal praised the electoral campaign as positive and stated that Florentino Pérez, who was re-elected, is the best president in the club's history. He noted that Pérez's mission is not yet finished. When asked about losing candidate Enrique Riquelme potentially succeeding Pérez in the future, Nadal declined to make predictions, noting that Pérez has been president for 26 years and that time passes for everyone, making long-term forecasts risky. The article includes Nadal's direct quotes and references related news about the election results.
RecordFlorentino Pérez Wins Re-Election, Extends Real Madrid Era
Florentino Pérez has won re-election as president of Real Madrid, marking the first contested presidential election at the club in 20 years. The election result, announced on June 8, 2026, confirms that Pérez will continue his long tenure leading the Spanish football giant. The article, published by Yardbarker Soccer, highlights the significance of the vote as a rare competitive election for the club's top leadership position. Pérez's victory extends his era of control over Real Madrid, during which the club has achieved significant success both on and off the field.
Yardbarker: SoccerMarca: Florentino Perez to Push for Real Madrid Share Sale, Requires Member Vote
According to Marca, Real Madrid president Florentino Perez, fresh from winning re-election, is launching a campaign to sell a minority stake in the club. The core plan involves creating a subsidiary controlled by 100,000 members, then selling up to 5% of shares to long-term investors who would have dividend rights but no decision-making power. Perez argues this will give members legal ownership status. However, the proposal faces significant opposition, including from rival Enrique Riquelme, and must be approved by an absolute majority of voting members in a referendum. Perez has yet to provide detailed terms on the sale, investor identity, or structural changes, and must now convince skeptical members, over 30% of whom voted against him in the recent election.
虎扑 - 足球Florentino Pérez Proposes Partial Sale of Real Madrid to Foreign Investors After Re-election
Florentino Pérez, re-elected president of Real Madrid, has announced a controversial plan to partially sell the club to foreign investors. The proposal involves selling 5% of the club's shares while maintaining member control through a subsidiary. This move is sensitive among the club's socios (members), who value the traditional member-owned model. Pérez's opponent, Enrique Riquelme, criticized the plan during the election campaign. A referendum will be required to approve the change, needing an absolute majority. The outcome is uncertain, as a third of members voted for Riquelme partly due to opposition to this plan. The decision could significantly alter Real Madrid's unique status in football.
Foot Mercato : Info Transferts Football - Actu Foot TransfertPedrerol's Viral Call to Florentino Pérez: 'But What's Happening?'
Florentino Pérez won the Real Madrid presidential elections and became the center of a viral moment during a live call from journalist Josep Pedrerol on the program 'El Chiringuito'. When Pedrerol called, Pérez responded, 'But what's wrong?' and was met with applause from the studio audience. Pérez remarked, 'Wow, what a mess they have there! Have you noticed how intelligent all those who applaud me are?' He expressed happiness about the victory and claimed he learned a lesson about Real Madrid, implying that opponent Enrique Riquelme made a mistake by running. Pérez acknowledged he 'took a risk' by calling the elections, which he said was a movement detected in collaboration with some media outlets. He stated that members of all ages voted for him and that he wants to be judged on his past achievements. Pérez vowed to defend the club against those seeking to 'usurp' it through strange procedures. He also confirmed that José Mourinho will join Real Madrid 'as soon as he can' and is very excited about the prospect.
FútbolFlorentino Pérez Celebrates Victory in Real Madrid Presidential Election
Florentino Pérez has won the Real Madrid presidential election with 65% of the vote, defeating challenger Enrique Riquelme who received 35%. The victory secures Pérez's position as club president until 2030. The article, published on June 8, 2026, by AS, features multiple photographs of Pérez celebrating the win with his team. The election results reflect strong member support for Pérez's continued leadership of the Spanish football club.
Feed MRSS-S real_madrid_aFlorentino Pérez Celebrates Victory in Real Madrid Presidential Elections
Florentino Pérez has secured a decisive victory in the Real Madrid presidential elections, winning 65% of the votes against challenger Enrique Riquelme, who received 35%. The result, announced on June 8, 2026, allows Pérez to renew his position as club president until 2030. The article, published by AS Football, features multiple photographs showing Pérez celebrating the win with his team and supporters. The election outcome reaffirms the Madridismo membership's backing of Pérez's leadership, extending his tenure at the helm of one of the world's most prominent football clubs.
F√∫tbol en AS.comFlorentino Pérez Wins Real Madrid Presidential Election with 65% of Votes
Florentino Pérez has been re-elected as president of Real Madrid after winning the club's presidential election with 65% of the vote. He defeated challenger Enrique Riquelme, who received 35% of the votes. The victory allows Pérez to continue leading the club until 2030, extending his long tenure as one of the most influential figures in world football. The election saw strong member participation, reaffirming Pérez's control over the club's direction.
Fútbol en AS.comAnalysis: Mistakes of Florentino Pérez and Enrique Riquelme in Real Madrid Election
Florentino Pérez has been re-elected as president of Real Madrid for another four years, defeating challenger Enrique Riquelme in an election that exposed significant strategic errors by both candidates. Pérez's main mistake was his poorly explained proposal to sell 5-10% of the club to a private investor, which confused members and became his Achilles heel. Riquelme, who campaigned against the sale, failed on the sporting front by announcing Raúl and Fernando Hierro as sporting directors without their joint appearance, and claiming Haaland and Rodri would join Real Madrid, only to be contradicted by Haaland's father. He also flip-flopped between Mikel Arteta and Jürgen Klopp as his preferred coach, with Klopp reportedly not interested in coaching. Despite the errors, the election saw high member turnout at Valdebebas, marking the first contested election in 20 years.
FútbolFlorentino Pérez's New Real Madrid Board of Directors Has 18 Members, Including 4 Vice Presidents
Florentino Pérez has been re-elected as president of Real Madrid until 2030, defeating challenger Enrique Riquelme in elections held on Sunday. His new board of directors will consist of 18 members, including 4 vice presidents and 13 ordinary members. Five of the members—Manuel Cerezo Velázquez, Jerónimo Farré Muncharaz, Nicolás Martín-Sanz García, José Sánchez Bernal, and Enrique Sánchez González—were part of Pérez's first board in 2000, when he first won the presidency against Lorenzo Sanz. The only new face on the board is Donato González Sánchez, president of Societé Generale in Spain and a longtime personal banker for Pérez's company ACS. The board is led by President Florentino Pérez Rodríguez, with vice presidents Eduardo Fernandez de Blas, Pedro Lopez Jimenez, Enrique Sánchez González, and Enrique Pérez Rodríguez. José Luis del Valle Pérez serves as secretary.
FútbolFlorentino Pérez Announces His Intentions After Re-election as Real Madrid President
Florentino Pérez was re-elected as president of Real Madrid until 2030, defeating opponent Enrique Riquelme. In his victory speech, Pérez expressed determination to continue his project at the helm of the club, thanking the socios for their support and vowing to defend the institution's interests. He declared, 'I’m still here. The socios know me. I am here to defend Real Madrid,' and emphasized his commitment to pursuing new titles. Pérez highlighted the club's current power, expressing pride in the Santiago Bernabéu, which he called 'the best stadium in the world,' and in having 'the best players in the world.' He also welcomed the announced return of José Mourinho, describing him as 'one of the best coaches in the world' and a true Real Madrid man. Pérez concluded by reaffirming that under his presidency, Real Madrid has been, is, and will always remain the club of its members.
Foot Mercato : Info Transferts Football - Actu Foot TransfertMourinho set for Real after Perez re-elected
Jose Mourinho is expected to be confirmed as Real Madrid's new head coach following Florentino Perez's re-election as club president until 2030. Mourinho, 63, signed a three-year deal last month contingent on Perez retaining his role. Perez, 79, won 65% of the vote and has been president since 2009. In his victory speech, Perez emphasized continued title-winning ambitions, pursuit of a 16th European Cup, pride in the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium, and welcomed Mourinho back as 'one of the best coaches in the world.' He also reaffirmed that Real Madrid remains owned by its members.
BBC SportEnrique Riquelme's Victory: Blocking Real Madrid's Corporate Change
In Real Madrid's club elections on June 7, 2026, 33,555 of 70,000 eligible members voted (47% turnout). Incumbent president Florentino Pérez won re-election with 65% of the vote (21,741 votes), while challenger Enrique Riquelme received 35% (11,814 votes). Despite losing the election, Riquelme achieved a strategic victory by complicating Pérez's plan to admit an external investor with 5% ownership. Club statutes require an absolute majority of the electoral roll (35,001 votes) in a referendum to approve such corporate changes. With nearly 12,000 members voting against Pérez, reaching that threshold appears difficult. The article notes the club is considering whether a simple majority or two-thirds of representatives might suffice instead. Riquelme's campaign focused on preventing the corporate restructuring, and Pérez had previously assured members the club would never cease to belong to them.
FútbolFlorentino Pérez's Proclamation as Real Madrid President Delayed Until Wednesday
The Real Madrid Electoral Board announced after 1:00 AM that Florentino Pérez has secured majority support from club members to continue as president. However, his official proclamation will not occur until Wednesday due to electoral regulations requiring a 48-hour period for filing challenges. Pérez himself stated he will appeal the 1,000 votes contested by mail during the count. The deadline for challenges extends until late Tuesday or early Wednesday, meaning the proclamation will happen Wednesday morning. Until then, Pérez can continue exercising presidential functions, allowing him to attend a massive event planned by Pope Leo XIV at the Madrid stadium on Monday.
FútbolManolo Lama Criticizes Florentino Pérez for Not Thanking Opponent in Victory Speech
Florentino Pérez won the Real Madrid presidential election against Enrique Riquelme, securing his leadership until at least 2030. In his victory speech, Pérez adopted a calmer and more conciliatory tone than in previous addresses. However, Cadena COPE journalists Paco González and Manolo Lama noted a significant omission. While González called it the best speech in 15 days, Lama pointed out that Pérez failed to mention or thank his opponent, Riquelme, who received 33-38% of the vote. Lama argued that a simple acknowledgment would have been a gesture of lordship that cost nothing, contrasting it with Pérez's thanks to those who voted for the other candidate.
FútbolFlorentino Pérez Re-elected President of Real Madrid
Florentino Pérez has been re-elected as president of Real Madrid, winning the club's presidential election with 65% of the vote. The election took place on Sunday at Valdebebas, with thousands of members voting in person or by mail. Pérez defeated challenger Enrique Riquelme, who garnered 35% of the vote. Despite the victory, the Spanish press views the result as a minor setback for Pérez, as Riquelme was largely unknown to most fans until two weeks ago. Pérez's new term will run until at least 2030. The article also notes that the election was preceded by controversy, including the invalidation of 400 ballots for Pérez. With the election concluded, attention now turns to the upcoming transfer window.
Foot Mercato : Info Transferts Football - Actu Foot TransfertJose Mourinho Returns to Real Madrid as Coach After Florentino Perez Re-Election
Florentino Perez was re-elected as president of Real Madrid on June 8, 2026, securing 65% of the vote against opponent Enrique Riquelme. As promised during his campaign, Perez immediately confirmed the return of Jose Mourinho as head coach, marking the Portuguese manager's second stint at the club since 2010-2013. Mourinho, who had been coaching Benfica Lisbon since September 2025, personally announced Perez's victory on the president's campaign X account, saying 'Si, por supuesto' (yes, of course). In his victory speech, Perez expressed pride in having 'the best coach, a madridista like Mourinho.' Perez also promised the immediate arrival of French defender Ibrahima Konate and Dutch full-back Denzel Dumfries, along with an XXL offer of at least 150 million euros for a new star player. Mourinho's return rekindles memories of his fierce rivalry with Pep Guardiola's Barcelona.
Home Football - actualitésFlorentino Perez Re-elected Real Madrid President with 65% of Votes, Announces Mourinho Return
Real Madrid announced the final results of the club's presidential election, with Florentino Perez winning a comfortable victory with 65% of the votes (21,741 votes) against opponent Enrique Riquelme (35%, 11,814 votes). Perez, 79, was re-elected for an eighth term until 2030, marking the first contested election since 2009. The outgoing president confirmed that his first major decision would be the return of Portuguese coach Jose Mourinho, 13 years after his first stint. Perez also promised the immediate arrivals of French defender Ibrahima Konate and Dutch full-back Denzel Dumfries, plus an offer of at least 150 million euros for a new star player. The victory gives Perez legitimacy to pursue his 'galactic' policy and plans to open the club's capital to minority shareholders, a move his rival criticized as 'privatization'. Riquelme conceded defeat after polls showed Perez leading with 60-70% of socios votes.
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