In the world of soccer, players and coaches come and go. However, there are figures who transcend these phases, marking a turning point; Florentino Pérez is one of them.
Since he took over the presidency in 2000, Real Madrid has experienced its greatest successes and also its difficult moments. Under his leadership, Real Madrid has grown not only in the sporting arena, but also as a global economic power.
During his tenure, Pérez has witnessed the passing of great legends, from Zidane and Ronaldo Nazário, to Cristiano Ronaldo and Sergio Ramos. He has also left his mark with iconic projects, such as the remodelling of Santiago Bernabéu stadium, which today stands as one of the most modern stadiums in the world.
An Early Farewell?
Despite his achievements, every cycle has an end. According to Ramón Álvarez de Mon, a journalist close to the environment of the club, Florentino Pérez could be preparing the ground for a change. During an interview on Rubén Martín's Twitch channel, Álvarez de Mon hinted that Pérez plans to bring forward the elections to late 2024 or early 2025.
However, this doesn't mean that Pérez will retire immediately. The journalist claims that Florentino plans to appear again, causing surprise and relief among the fans.
The Super League: His Latest Big Project
Álvarez de Mon also pointed out that Pérez considers his term to be close to completion. With the completion of the new stadium and the European Super League as his main pending goal, the president could be seeing the light at the end of the tunnel. The Super League is a project that seeks to revolutionize European soccer. It's one of the most controversial and ambitious issues promoted by Florentino Pérez.
"I'd be surprised if he left the Super League unfinished, but perhaps in four years he will consider his mission accomplished," said Álvarez de Mon.
A Rival in Sight?
The big question is whether any brave member will decide to take on Florentino Pérez next elections. So far, no candidate has managed to snatch the presidency from him and this trend doesn't seem likely to change anytime soon. For many, Pérez is the best president in the history of Real Madrid, a figure almost invincible at the polls.
With a hard-to-match legacy, Florentino still has the support of the majority of Real Madrid fans. However, the announcement of early elections opens a new chapter in the club's history. Will this be the beginning of the end for the man who changed the face of Real Madrid? Only time will tell.