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Madrid presidential candidates campaign amid Haaland controversy

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 11:30 AM

Last updated Jun 4, 2026

Madrid presidential candidates campaign amid Haaland controversy

Summary

Real Madrid’s presidential race intensifies as incumbent Florentino Pérez highlights potential coach Jose Mourinho in campaign materials. Challenger Enrique Riquelme angers Manchester City with statements about Erling Haaland's contract. City firmly denies any plans to sell the star and is exploring legal action regarding Riquelme’s comments. Mourinho, anticipated to return if Pérez wins, would replace Alvaro Arbeloa following another trophy-less season for Madrid. The election among club members is set for Sunday, June 4.

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•Pérez promotes Mourinho for a potential return to Madrid.
•Riquelme mentions Haaland's contract, causing backlash from City.
•City issues a statement against Riquelme's claims about Haaland.
•Club elections are scheduled for Sunday, June 4.

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11:30 AMYahoo Sports — Man City angry and Mourinho backs Pérez as Real Madrid presidential race heats up

What they're saying

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Real Madrid’s two presidential candidates have stepped up their campaigning, with incumbent Florentino Pérez featuring prospective new coach Jose Mourinho in promotional material and challenger Enrique Riquelme angering Manchester City with comments about under-contract star Erling Haaland. Mourinho was reportedly already lined up for a second spell in charge of Madrid before the 79-year-old Pérez called for elections last month.
— Yahoo Sportsby JOSEPH WILSON and STEVE DOUGLAS

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