Real Madrid president Florentino Pérez has firmly rejected any talk of resignation amid recent speculation, while announcing plans for fresh presidential elections to reaffirm the power of the club’s socios (members).
In a strong and passionate statement, Pérez declared: “I’m sorry to tell you that I am NOT going to resign… I am NOT going to RESIGN!”
He followed up by calling for new elections at Real Madrid, explaining his long-standing commitment to the club’s unique ownership model: “Why? Because I worked since the year 2000 so that the owners of the club would be the SOCIOS!”
Pérez’s Vision for Member-Owned Real Madrid
Since first taking charge in 2000, Florentino Pérez has been a transformative figure at Real Madrid. He has consistently championed the club’s socio model, ensuring that Real Madrid remains one of the world’s most iconic member-owned football institutions rather than falling under private or foreign ownership seen at many rival clubs.
This latest announcement comes as Pérez continues to steer the club through both on-pitch success and off-field challenges. Known for his ambitious Galácticos policy and major infrastructure projects like the Santiago Bernabéu renovation, the president is doubling down on his legacy of putting socios first.