Real Madrid candidate reveals marquee signings; agents deny reports
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 5, 2026, 6:30 PM
Last updated Jun 5, 2026
Enrique Riquelme, a candidate in the Real Madrid presidential election, announced that he would sign Manchester City's Rodri and Erling Haaland if elected. During a press conference, Riquelme claimed he would ensure both players join the club, promising to cover membership fees if he fails. However, representatives for Haaland swiftly denied the claims, stating there is no agreement with Real Madrid. This immediate pushback raises questions about the viability of Riquelme's pledges and impacts his campaign as he competes against incumbent Florentino Perez, who has a strong backing of history and club legends.
- •Riquelme proposes Rodri and Haaland as marquee signings.
- •Haaland's agents deny any agreement with Real Madrid.
- •Riquelme promises to cover membership fees if failed.
- •Perez is the favorite in the upcoming election.
- •Riquelme's claims come amid a competitive campaign.
- 6:30 PMYahoo Sports — Florentino Perez does not want Manchester City ace at Real Madrid
- 5:25 PMYahoo Sports — Real Madrid see Manchester City superstar as the perfect signing but deal difficult
- 6:40 AMYahoo Sports — Real Madrid presidential candidate reveals Man City monster as his marquee signing; agents deny news
"Enrique Riquelme has made his plan of action very clear for his hypothetical presidency, and he has already locked in on some big names whom he plans to land.One of the players he has in his sights is...
"Enrique Riquelme is promising the moon and stars to the club members as a bid to make his case for the presidential election strong.With history, titles, and club legends backing him, Florentino Perez...
"Real Madrid’s name has clashed with Manchester City multiple times this week, particularly due to presidential candidate Enrique Riquelme. Looking to take on Florentino Perez in the upcoming preside...
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsJun 5, 2026, 6:30 PMFlorentino Perez does not want Manchester City ace at Real Madrid
Enrique Riquelme has made his plan of action very clear for his hypothetical presidency, and he has already locked in on some big names whom he plans to land.One of the players he has in his sights is...
- Yahoo SportsJun 4, 2026, 5:25 PMReal Madrid see Manchester City superstar as the perfect signing but deal difficult
Real Madrid’s name has clashed with Manchester City multiple times this week, particularly due to presidential candidate Enrique Riquelme. Looking to take on Florentino Perez in the upcoming preside...
- Yahoo SportsJun 4, 2026, 6:40 AMReal Madrid presidential candidate reveals Man City monster as his marquee signing; agents deny news
Enrique Riquelme is promising the moon and stars to the club members as a bid to make his case for the presidential election strong.With history, titles, and club legends backing him, Florentino Perez...
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