Real Madrid presidential candidate promises Jurgen Klopp as manager
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 7, 2026, 6:45 AM
Last updated Jun 7, 2026
A presidential candidate for Real Madrid, Enrique Riquelme, plans to announce Jurgen Klopp as the club's next manager if he wins the upcoming election. Riquelme is also committed to bringing in players such as Erling Haaland and Rodri. The current president, Florentino Perez, has offered different strategies for player signings, with the club in pursuit of Denzel Dumfries and Ibrahima Konate. Klopp, currently associated with Red Bull, has been a past target for Madrid but remains with his current role, despite exploratory talks between him and Riquelme.
- •Enrique Riquelme promises to appoint Jurgen Klopp as manager if elected.
- •Riquelme aims to secure Erling Haaland and Rodri as key signings.
- •Current president Florentino Perez is focused on pragmatic player acquisitions.
- •Jurgen Klopp's potential appointment depends on the election outcome.
- •Klopp remains at Red Bull despite interest from Real Madrid.
- 6:45 AMYahoo Sports — Former player backs Real Madrid to sign Spanish coach ahead of Jurgen Klopp and Mourinho
- 5:10 PMYahoo Sports — Real Madrid presidential candidate planning to announce Jurgen Klopp as manager for his project
"Real Madrid are going through quite an awkward time where the club are working on bringing in new players for the season ahead, while the ongoing presidential election has witnessed the two candidates...
"Real Madrid’s presidential election has generated significant debate about the club’s future direction, and one of the most discussed topics has been who should take charge of the first team, at l...
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 7, 2026, 6:45 AMFormer player backs Real Madrid to sign Spanish coach ahead of Jurgen Klopp and Mourinho
Real Madrid’s presidential election has generated significant debate about the club’s future direction, and one of the most discussed topics has been who should take charge of the first team, at l...
- Yahoo SportsJun 4, 2026, 5:10 PMReal Madrid presidential candidate planning to announce Jurgen Klopp as manager for his project
Real Madrid are going through quite an awkward time where the club are working on bringing in new players for the season ahead, while the ongoing presidential election has witnessed the two candidates...
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