Enrique Riquelme Suggested Florentino Pérez Change the Election Procedure at Real Madrid. Enrique Riquelme has approached Florentino Pérez with a proposal to review the procedure for the Real Madrid presidential elections. He insists on transparency and the involvement of all club members. The issue has sparked lively discussion among fans and management.
A debate has erupted in Madrid over the future presidential elections at Real Madrid. Enrique Riquelme, one of the potential candidates, has publicly addressed the current club president Florentino Pérez, suggesting a reconsideration of the election procedures. According to Riquelme, the current regulations do not ensure a sufficient level of participation and transparency for club members, especially considering that for nearly the past twenty years the elections have been held without broad competition.
In a letter sent from Mexico, where Riquelme is on business, he emphasized that he respects Pérez's contribution to the development of the club, but believes it is essential to give Real Madrid members more time and opportunity to discuss the organization's future. He pointed out that many fans and club members live not only in Spain but also abroad, and they need time to fully participate in the electoral process.
The demand for transparency
Riquelme proposed jointly developing a new, more open and modern election format that would help avoid internal conflicts and strengthen the unity of the club. He paid particular attention to issues of postal voting and access to voter lists, which he believes remain unresolved and raise concerns among some members.
He also emphasized that he fully meets all financial and organizational requirements for candidacy, citing his experience in leading a major company and successful deals on the international market. However, according to Riquelme, the key is not the personal wealth of the candidates, but the creation of conditions for fair and competitive elections.
Reaction and context
Riquelme's statement received widespread response among fans and experts, as the issue of transparency and democracy in leading Spanish football clubs remains relevant. In recent years, similar topics have arisen in other areas, for example, when renowned actress Belén Rueda spoke openly about the need for change and support within the professional community — more on this can be found in the article about Belén Rueda’s personal story and her call for change.
What's next
Florentino Pérez has not yet given a public response to Riquelme’s initiative. There is a tense anticipation within the club: some members support the idea of reforming the electoral procedures, while others advocate for stability and continuity. The question of whether the regulations will be changed and whether genuinely competitive elections will take place remains open.
