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Florentino Perez

Florentino Perez — Real Madrid president, re-elected with 65% of votes in June 2026.

2026-05-012026-09-03

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  1. August 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

    Despite Real entering the season after back-to-back trophyless campaigns and with pressure mounting on President Florentino Perez, who ​recently secured re-election, Mourinho rejected the idea that the club was gripped by anxiety.

    Mourinho returns with calm words and hard edge as Real reset begins
  3. Citizen Digital

    Mourinho is also aiming to restore some of the intensity and attitude that defined his first Madrid reign, between 2010-2013, after two seasons without winning a major trophy steered president Florentino Perez back to him.

    Mourinho begins second Real Madrid reign with Barca in his sights
  4. Citizen Digital

    The Portuguese manager, who began work with the squad when pre-season started on July 10, signed a contract until June 2029 in ​the boardroom of Ciudad Real Madrid alongside club president Florentino Perez and honorary president Jose Martinez ​Pirri.

    Mourinho formally unveiled by Real Madrid behind closed doors
  5. July 2026
  6. Citizen Digital

    Atletico rejected an offer of 150 million euros ($172 million) from Real Madrid for Alvarez in June, widely viewed as a gambit by Los Blancos chief Florentino Perez to complicate a potential deal for Barca and fulfil a pledge made in his election campaign.

    Atletico complain to FIFA over Barca's Alvarez approach
  7. Citizen Digital

    His signing had been considered a done deal for days, after Florentino Perez was re-elected as Real Madrid's president Audio By Vocalize New Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho said Friday he is on a "mission" to create the right culture at the club during his second spell in charge.

    Mourinho begins Real Madrid culture 'mission'
  8. The Standard

    Los Blancos failed to win a major trophy in the last two seasons and Mourinho's appointment has widely been viewed as president Florentino Perez trying to restore order and discipline to the dressing room."Words are not enough because this is like a mission," Mourinho told Real M

    Mourinho begins Real Madrid culture 'mission'
  9. June 2026
  10. Citizen Digital

    Madrid put a 150 million euro ($172m) offer in for Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez but more to fulfil a Florentino Perez election campaign pledge and disrupt rivals Barcelona's plans than to truly try to bring the forward to the Santiago Bernabeu.

    What Real Madrid's new signings add to Mourinho's project
  11. Citizen Digital

    After failing to win major trophies for two consecutive seasons, newly re-elected Madrid president Florentino Perez appointed Jose Mourinho as coach earlier in June.

    Bernardo Silva signs two-year deal with Real Madrid
  12. The Standard

    After failing to win major trophies for two consecutive seasons Madrid president Florentino Perez appointed Jose Mourinho as coach earlier in June.On Monday, Madrid announced the signing of Spanish left-back Marc Cucurella from Chelsea.

    Rudiger extends Real Madrid deal
  13. Citizen Digital

    Real Madrid president Florentino Perez was re-elected earlier in June, following two seasons without winning a major trophy and appointed Jose Mourinho as coach this week.

    Real Madrid confirm Cucurella signing from Chelsea

Saturday 22 August

  1. Mourinho takes Real Madrid helm, emphasizes commitment ahead of LaLiga season

    Jose Mourinho held his first Real Madrid press conference, speaking for over 40 minutes in a measured tone before Saturday's LaLiga opener against Espanyol. He stressed that commitment is non-negotiable and rejected the idea the club was gripped by anxiety, instead characterizing the mood as one of anticipation after two trophyless campaigns.

    22 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Thursday 20 August

  1. Mourinho returns to Real Madrid, eyes Barcelona supremacy

    José Mourinho begins his second spell at Real Madrid, tasked with restoring the intensity of his 2010–2013 reign and deposing Barcelona as Spain's leading club. The Portuguese coach takes charge after Real Madrid went two seasons without a major trophy, with recent managerial instability leaving the club unable to balance its attacking stars Kylian Mbappé, Vinícius Júnior, and Jude Bellingham.

    20 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Tuesday 18 August

  1. José Mourinho formally unveiled as Real Madrid coach

    José Mourinho was formally unveiled by Real Madrid on Tuesday at their training centre with a low-key ceremony; the Portuguese manager signed a contract until June 2029 and began work when pre-season started on July 10.

    18 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Thursday 30 July

  1. Atletico files FIFA complaint over Barcelona's Alvarez contact

    Atletico Madrid has lodged a complaint with FIFA against Barcelona, alleging the Catalan club made prohibited contact with Argentina striker Julian Alvarez to encourage him to leave. Alvarez said during the World Cup it would be "the best thing for everyone" for Atletico to let him leave, as Barcelona pursues the transfer.

    30 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Saturday 11 July

  1. Mourinho returns to Real Madrid on three-season deal

    Jose Mourinho has been appointed as Real Madrid's new coach on a three-season contract running until 2029, replacing Alvaro Arbeloa. He said he is on a "mission" to create the right culture at the club, after Los Blancos failed to win a major trophy in the last two seasons.

    11 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 10 July

  1. Mourinho begins Real Madrid culture restoration mission

    New Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho said he is on a "mission" to create the right culture at the club during his second spell in charge, focusing on work, responsibility, and ambition after Los Blancos failed to win a major trophy in the last two seasons.

    10 July 2026 · The Standard

Friday 19 June

  1. Real Madrid signs three players for Mourinho's first season

    Real Madrid have signed Marc Cucurella, Bernardo Silva, and Ibrahima Konate under new coach Jose Mourinho to reinforce the squad after two seasons without a major trophy. Cucurella joined from Chelsea for around 55 million euros, Konate agreed a four-year deal, and Silva was also signed ahead of the 2026/27 campaign.

    19 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Wednesday 17 June

  1. Portugal midfielder Bernardo Silva joins Real Madrid

    Bernardo Silva has signed a two-year contract with Real Madrid after nine years at Manchester City, where his contract expired at the end of last season. The 31-year-old midfielder's deal with the La Liga club runs until June 2028.

    17 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Tuesday 16 June

  1. Rudiger extends Real Madrid contract until 2027

    Real Madrid defender Antonio Rudiger has extended his contract with the club until June 30, 2027. The 33-year-old centre-back joined from Chelsea in 2022 and won La Liga and the Champions League in 2024 with Los Blancos.

    16 June 2026 · The Standard

Monday 15 June

  1. Real Madrid confirm Marc Cucurella signing from Chelsea

    Real Madrid announced the signing of Spanish defender Marc Cucurella from Chelsea for a reported fee of 55 million euros, on a contract until June 30, 2032. The 27-year-old left-back will join the club for six seasons.

    15 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Real Madrid agree deal for Chelsea defender Cucurella

    Real Madrid have agreed a deal with Chelsea to sign Spanish left-back Marc Cucurella for 55 million euros ($63 million) after the World Cup, according to reports.

    15 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Wednesday 10 June

  1. Benfica parts with Mourinho as Real Madrid return nears

    Benfica parted company with coach Jose Mourinho, who is close to returning to Real Madrid for a fee of 15 million euros, and announced an agreement with Fulham boss Marco Silva to replace him on a two-year deal.

    10 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Monday 8 June

  1. Perez re-elected Real Madrid president, Mourinho return imminent

    Florentino Perez has been re-elected president of Real Madrid with 65 percent of votes from around 100,000 members, defeating challenger Enrique Riquelme. Jose Mourinho is expected to be announced as the club's new manager as early as Monday, returning to the Santiago Bernabeu after 13 years, with Madrid reportedly paying Benfica a 15 million euro release fee.

    8 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Perez re-elected Real Madrid president; Mourinho to return as manager

    Florentino Perez has been re-elected president of Real Madrid with 65 per cent of votes, paving the way for Jose Mourinho to return as manager. Mourinho, 63, will return after 13 years away, with Madrid paying his current club Benfica a reported 15 million euro release fee.

    8 June 2026 · The Standard

Thursday 4 June

  1. Benfica sets 15 million euro release clause for Mourinho

    Benfica confirmed that Real Madrid must pay 15 million euros to sign coach Jose Mourinho, as Real president Florentino Perez seeks to bring back the Portuguese manager 13 years after he left the club in 2013.

    4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Manchester City considers legal action over Haaland transfer claim

    Manchester City are considering legal action after Real Madrid presidential candidate Enrique Riquelme announced on Spanish television that he would sign striker Erling Haaland if elected, while also expressing intent to pursue Spain midfielder Rodri.

    4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. Mourinho considered as Riquelme bids for Real Madrid presidency

    Jose Mourinho has been lined up as a potential candidate in a Real Madrid election battle, with candidate Riquelme reportedly promising to bring in players including Haaland and Rodri.

    4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Sunday 24 May

  1. Real Madrid beat Athletic Bilbao to end La Liga season

    Real Madrid defeated Athletic Bilbao 4-2 in Alvaro Arbeloa's final game as coach, while Mallorca and Girona were relegated from Spain's top flight. Kylian Mbappe scored his 25th goal of the season for Real Madrid, and Celta Vigo qualified for Europa League with a 1-0 win over Sevilla.

    24 May 2026 · The Standard

Friday 22 May

  1. Real Madrid coach Arbeloa confirms departure at season end

    Real Madrid coach Alvaro Arbeloa confirmed Friday he will leave his role at the end of a trophyless season, with José Mourinho reported to be returning to the club. Arbeloa said he would not work on Mourinho's staff if the Portuguese coach is appointed as his successor.

    22 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Monday 18 May

  1. Real Madrid captain Carvajal to depart at season end

    Real Madrid announced that captain Dani Carvajal, a 34-year-old Spain international who played 450 times for the club and won 27 trophies including six Champions Leagues, will leave at the end of the season. Carvajal came through Real Madrid's La Fabrica academy, left for Bayer Leverkusen in 2012, and was bought back the following summer.

    18 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Saturday 16 May

  1. Arbeloa says he'd be happy if Mourinho returns to Real Madrid

    Real Madrid coach Alvaro Arbeloa said he would be pleased if Jose Mourinho, currently at Benfica, replaces him and leads the club next season. Mourinho previously managed Madrid between 2010 and 2013.

    16 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Thursday 14 May

  1. Real Madrid wins legal battle over Bernabeu stadium concert noise

    Real Madrid has won a legal dispute with a residents association over noise pollution from concerts at Santiago Bernabeu, with the court concluding that neither the stadium company nor its administrator bear responsibility.

    14 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Real Madrid opens election for club presidency

    Real Madrid officially started its electoral process with a 10-day window for candidacy submissions until May 23. President Florentino Perez announced he will run again despite being re-elected unopposed in January 2025, and water and energy businessman Enrique Riquelme is reportedly considering entering the race.

    14 May 2026 · The Standard

Thursday 7 May

  1. Real Madrid face Barcelona amid internal turmoil, trophy drought

    Real Madrid meet Barcelona in El Clásico on Sunday trailing by 11 points with four matches remaining in La Liga, facing potential relegation from the title race. The club is in disarray, with fans protesting Mbappe's commitment, two training-ground bust-ups reported, and manager Alvaro Arbeloa at odds with players as president Perez considers appointing Jose Mourinho.

    7 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 1 May

  1. Benfica coach Mourinho denies Real Madrid contact

    Benfica's head coach José Mourinho has stated he has had no contact with Real Madrid.

    1 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

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