Real Madrid candidate reveals marquee signings; agents deny reports
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 6:40 AM
Last updated Jun 4, 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.
- 6:40 AMYahoo Sports — Real 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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