Real Madrid president Florentino Perez has strongly denied claims that he is blocking elections at the club, calling the accusations false and politically motivated.
In a firm response to his critics, Perez defended his leadership and the club’s democratic processes, stating that Real Madrid remains one of the most transparent football institutions in the world.
Perez’s Full Statement
“This is a democratic and transparent club. It’s not true that I prevent elections at Real Madrid. Those who say that are the ones who have always wanted to run the club and have always wanted to do it behind the socios’ back.”
The comments come amid ongoing debates about the future of the presidency at the Santiago Bernabéu. Some opposition voices have accused Perez of extending his influence and avoiding a formal election process.
Context of the Controversy
Florentino Perez has been a dominant figure at Real Madrid for over two decades, winning multiple Champions League titles and overseeing the club’s ambitious stadium redevelopment. However, his long tenure has occasionally drawn criticism from sectors claiming that the club should hold fresh elections to allow new candidates to compete.
Perez has repeatedly emphasized that Real Madrid’s socios (members) remain the ultimate owners of the club and that all major decisions follow the club’s statutes and democratic principles.