Florentino Perez — Real Madrid president, re-elected with 65 percent of votes in June 2026.
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… Riquelme, a successful businessman, is challenging Florentino Perez, who has been president since 2009. …
City weigh legal action after Real Madrid presidential hopeful targets HaalandThe Standard
… "We haven't had two easy seasons but I am sure we will come back to win, this is Real Madrid," said a tearful Carvajal, who won 27 trophies with Real.The defender thanked his team-mates past and present, president Florentino Perez, his family and the fans in an emotional speech o …
Real Madrid end troubled Liga season with win over Athletic ClubCitizen Digital
… beu in their final La Liga match of a turbulent campaign. window._taboola = window._taboola || []; _taboola.push({ mode: 'thumbnails-m', container: 'taboola-mid-article-thumbnails', placement: 'Mid Article Thumbnails', target_type: 'mix' }); Real Madrid president Florentino Perez …
Real Madrid coach Alvaro Arbeloa says will leave postCitizen Digital
… "Carvajal is a legend and a symbol of Real Madrid and its academy," said Real Madrid president Florentino Perez. …
Carvajal to leave Real Madrid at end of seasonCitizen Digital
… Currently coaching Benfica, selecting the divisive Mourinho would be a gamble on the part of president Florentino Perez after Los Blancos finished without a major trophy for a second consecutive season. …
Arbeloa 'happy' if Mourinho back at Real Madrid next seasonCitizen Digital
… The proceedings targeted the company Real Madrid Estadio, which runs the iconic stadium, reopened in 2023 after a rebuild, as well as its administrator, Jose Angel Sanchez, the right-hand man of club president Florentino Perez. …
Real Madrid win legal battle over Bernabeu concert noiseThe Standard
Audio By VocalizeReal Madrid officially started their electoral process on Thursday, after president Florentino Perez announced his decision to call elections, in which he will stand. …
Real Madrid start presidential election processCitizen Digital
… Exacerbating the situation, president Florentino Perez is weighing up a dramatic managerial twist, with former coach Jose Mourinho linked with a return to the Santiago Bernabeu. …
Mbappe, Mourinho, meltdown: Real Madrid face Clasico amid chaosCitizen Digital
… Madrid president Florentino Perez appointed Arbeloa in January to replace Xabi Alonso, who lasted just a few months at the helm. …
Benfica's Mourinho says no contact with Real MadridLa Liga president Javier Tebas compared Real Madrid's efforts to discredit referees to Nazi propaganda techniques, prompting the club to call for his resignation and describe his claims as "deeply offensive" and "morally repugnant."
17 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
La Liga president Javier Tebas compared Real Madrid's efforts to discredit referees to Nazi propaganda techniques, prompting the club to call for his resignation and describe his claims as "deeply offensive" and "morally repugnant."
17 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Real Madrid president Florentino Perez and FC Barcelona have been summoned to appear before a Madrid court on November 25 for a conciliation hearing ahead of possible criminal proceedings. Barcelona launched legal action on June 12 over comments Perez made in May accusing the club of manoeuvring to obtain favourable treatment from referees, which Barcelona said were knowingly false and defamatory.
28 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
La Liga president Javier Tebas dismissed accusations of a refereeing "conspiracy" following Real Madrid's 2-1 derby loss to Atletico Madrid, after Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho presented screenshots of what he claimed were red-card tackles by Atletico players at his post-match press conference.
23 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
La Liga president Javier Tebas hit out at accusations of a refereeing "conspiracy" by Real Madrid following their 2-1 derby loss to Atletico Madrid, after coach Jose Mourinho presented screenshots of what he thought were red-card tackles by Atletico players.
22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Real Madrid face Rayo with manager Mourinho seeking a sharper attacking performance from Brazilian winger Vinicius Junior, who was at the centre of summer contract speculation amid rumours of an Arsenal move but remains a key player after scoring in Champions League finals in 2022 and 2024.
11 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Jose Mourinho, who led Inter Milan to a Champions League title in 2010 before joining Real Madrid, is beginning his second stint at Madrid and opens the club's European campaign against Inter on Tuesday at the Bernabeu.
7 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →