Enrique Riquelme comments on Florentino Perez controversy in Madrid

Former Real Madrid presidential candidate Enrique Riquelme addressed the recent controversy involving current president Florentino Perez during an interview. Riquelme, who lost to Perez in June, claimed he was unaware of the tensions until they were reported in the media. He emphasized the need for unity among Real Madrid supporters and acknowledged the team's struggles this season, suggesting that past signing promises could have helped. Despite the fallout, he wishes success for the current players and plans to support them in matches.

• 6:40 AMYahoo Sports — Ex-Real Madrid presidential candidate reacts to recent Florentino Perez controversy: “We have to all be together”