Florentino Pérez remains president of Real Madrid after re-election in the club’s first contested presidential vote in two decades. Multiple outlets report that Pérez wins decisively over challenger Enrique Riquelme, with the result delayed after Riquelme challenged the validity of around 1,000 postal votes; over 400 of those were struck off, and the election proceeds. According to reporting summarized across sources, Pérez secures a clear mandate and continues in the role until 2030.
Pérez’s victory is widely presented as setting up Jose Mourinho’s return to the club. Pérez and other coverage indicate Mourinho is expected to be confirmed as manager following the election, with Real Madrid set to pay Benfica a reported €15 million release fee. One outlet also notes that Pérez publicly confirms Mourinho’s return if he is re-elected, and that he has outlined broader plans, including selling 5% of the club and reshaping the membership model. Sources also mention Pérez’s intentions to pursue major signings such as Michael Olise, Erling Haaland, and Rodri, alongside his stated priorities for recruitment if re-elected.
