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Real Madrid Holds First Presidential Election in 20 Years
Real Madrid has gone to the polls for the first time in 20 years to elect a new president. Approximately 70,000 members are eligible to vote in the election contested by Florentino Perez and Enrique Riquelme.
Real Madrid has gone to the polls for the first time in twenty years to elect a new president. The election, held in the club’s capital city Madrid, features the current president Florentino Perez competing against businessman Enrique Riquelme.
About 70,000 voters are eligible to cast their ballots in this election, with Perez seeking to serve an eighth term. The 79-year-old Perez has been president of the club from 2000 to 2006 and again since 2009.
The decision to hold the election was made on May 12, reportedly because Perez believed his rival would not meet the necessary financial requirements. However, with Riquelme fulfilling the conditions, the race officially began.
Campaign Promises Take Center Stage
During the two-week campaign period, both candidates stood out with notable transfer promises. On Perez’s side, potential moves for players like Jose Mourinho, Ibrahima Konate, and Denzel Dumfries were discussed.
Perez also stated that if re-elected, he would present a €150 million offer, the highest in Real Madrid’s history. He indicated this offer would be for a player of Cristiano Ronaldo’s caliber but did not name anyone specifically.
Riquelme aligned himself with club legends such as Del Bosque, Casillas, Hierro, and Raul. He also made ambitious promises to add Erling Haaland and Rodri to the squad.
Familiar Names and Sharp Responses
It was reported that Riquelme said he would send sporting director Raul to meet with Jurgen Klopp if elected. However, Klopp’s side reportedly did not welcome this contact warmly.
Statements from Erling Haaland’s circle also indicated that the player would not be leaving the team. These developments turned the election into a contest defined by transfer promises and reciprocal messages.
Voting began at 9:00 AM and the polls are set to close at 8:00 PM. Results are expected shortly thereafter, revealing the club’s new president for the upcoming term.
The winner of the election will not only manage the club but also shape Real Madrid’s transfer strategy and leadership direction in the years ahead.
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