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Florentino Pérez re-elected as Real Madrid president amid new challenges

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 5:28 AM

Last updated Jun 8, 2026

Florentino Pérez re-elected as Real Madrid president amid new challenges

Summary

Florentino Pérez has been re-elected as Real Madrid president, securing 65% of member votes in the election held on June 8, 2026. The election results position Pérez to implement significant sporting plans as the club heads into a competitive period, including the World Cup. José Mourinho is set to return to Real Madrid, with the announcement expected shortly. Meanwhile, Spain’s national team coach Luis de la Fuente is managing players Lamine Yamal and Nico Williams as they approach their World Cup opener against Cape Verde. In other news, Denmark's Christian Eriksen has been hospitalized after collapsing during a friendly match against Ukraine, though he is in stable condition.

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•Florentino Pérez wins eighth term as Real Madrid president with 65% of votes.
•José Mourinho's return to Real Madrid is expected to be announced soon.
•Luis de la Fuente hopes to include Yamal and Williams in Spain's World Cup opener.
•Christian Eriksen collapses during Denmark's friendly but is in stable condition.

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The long-awaited election day at Real Madrid has delivered its verdict, immediately paving the way for sporting plans that promise to shake up the international landscape just ahead of the major World...
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