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Florentino Perez

Florentino Perez — Real Madrid president, recently re-elected to a term through 2030 and announced Jose Mourinho's managerial return.

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  1. May 2026

  2. Joy Online

    Real Madrid president Florentino Perez staged a tense press conference in which he argued with journalists and called for elections following a trophyless season. …

    Real Madrid president Perez calls for elections

  3. Joy Online

    … Real Madrid president Florentino Perez first considered the possibility of Mourinho’s return two days after Xabi Alonso left the club, during initial conversations with the Portuguese coach’s representatives. …

    Mourinho in final negotiations to become Real Madrid boss

  4. Joy Online

    … ecoming public knowledge. “Clearly, someone here is spreading rumours, and with a season without titles, where Real Madrid is always under scrutiny, everything gets blown out of proportion.” An emergency meeting was called for Thursday evening with Real president Florentino Perez …

    Valverde cut head when he ‘accidentally hit table’ in Tchouameni row
  5. April 2026

  6. Joy Online

    … Spanish football expert Guillem Balague tells BBC Sport why Mourinho is liked by Real president Florentino Perez but believes he is an unlikely option for now. …

    Why Mourinho could be Real’s ‘ultimate wildcard’
Sport

La Liga president rejects Real Madrid refereeing conspiracy claims

The News

La Liga president Javier Tebas dismissed claims of a refereeing conspiracy against Real Madrid, saying such accusations amount to "living in another galaxy" and serve as an excuse for the club's on-pitch shortcomings. Real Madrid responded with a statement calling Tebas's comments "intolerable" and "incomprehensible," accusing him of using his position to publicly discredit the club.

22 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 22 September

  1. La Liga president rejects Real Madrid refereeing conspiracy claims

    La Liga president Javier Tebas dismissed claims of a refereeing conspiracy against Real Madrid, saying such accusations amount to "living in another galaxy" and serve as an excuse for the club's on-pitch shortcomings. Real Madrid responded with a statement calling Tebas's comments "intolerable" and "incomprehensible," accusing him of using his position to publicly discredit the club.

    22 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 26 August

  1. Atletico Madrid rules out Julian Alvarez sale to Barcelona

    Atletico Madrid have dismissed Barcelona president Joan Laporta's claim that a €100m offer for forward Julian Alvarez remains on the table, stating there is "0% chance" of selling him to the club. Atletico condemned Barcelona's campaign, saying the player has been victimised and that Barcelona has harmed them economically and socially.

    26 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 5 August

  1. Real Madrid offer Vinicius Jr improved contract as Arsenal waits

    Real Madrid have made Vinicius Jr an improved contract offer to keep the 26-year-old Brazil winger, who has entered the final 12 months of his current deal and has attracted interest from Arsenal. The club expects a response within hours.

    5 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 3 August

  1. Real Madrid to resume Vinicius Jr contract talks

    Vinicius Jr is set to resume contract negotiations with Real Madrid this week as Arsenal maintain interest in the Brazilian forward. Real Madrid is pushing for an agreement before the transfer window closes, with Vinicius's current deal running until 2027.

    3 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 29 July

  1. Yan Diomande joins Real Madrid in record transfer

    The 19-year-old African winger Yan Diomande is signing with Real Madrid for more than £100m, making him a record sale for RB Leipzig, a record signing for Real Madrid, and the most expensive African player in history. His rise has been rapid — less than 18 months ago he was largely unknown before playing for Leganes and then Leipzig.

    29 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 7 July

  1. Fulham appoint former Real Madrid boss Arbeloa as manager

    Fulham have appointed Alvaro Arbeloa, 43, as their new manager on a three-year contract, succeeding Marco Silva who joined Benfica. Arbeloa, who previously managed Real Madrid, received strong references from Real Madrid president Florentino Perez and manager Jose Mourinho.

    7 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Sunday 5 July

  1. Real Madrid signs Dumfries from Inter Milan for four years

    Real Madrid have signed Netherlands full-back Denzel Dumfries from Inter Milan on a four-year deal, reportedly activating his 20m-euro release clause. The 30-year-old is Real's fourth summer signing and will provide competition to Trent Alexander-Arnold.

    5 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Sunday 28 June

  1. Sunderland rejects £8m Chelsea bid for Xhaka

    Sunderland have rejected an £8m offer from Chelsea for midfielder Granit Xhaka, saying the 33-year-old is not for sale. The Switzerland international, under contract until 2028, played a key role in Sunderland's Europa League qualification last season.

    28 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 11 June

  1. Real Madrid reappoints Jose Mourinho on three-year contract

    Real Madrid have confirmed Jose Mourinho's reappointment as head coach on a three-year deal, with the 63-year-old Portuguese coach beginning work when the squad return for pre-season on 13 July. Madrid paid Benfica £13m in compensation, clearing the way for Mourinho's return 13 years after his first stint ended.

    11 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 9 June

  1. Real Madrid's €150m Alvarez bid rejected by Atletico

    Real Madrid offered Atletico Madrid 150 million euros for striker Julian Alvarez, but the club rejected the bid, citing the player's 500 million euro release clause.

    9 June 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Mourinho returns to Real Madrid after Perez re-election

    Jose Mourinho is set to return to Real Madrid following club president Florentino Perez's re-election victory, which secured a presidency term until 2030. Mourinho agreed a three-year deal with the Spanish giants last month, and the move was conditional on Perez retaining the presidency.

    9 June 2026 · Daily Guide →

Friday 5 June

  1. Man City considers legal action over Haaland transfer claim

    Manchester City are contemplating legal action after a Real Madrid presidential candidate, Enrique Riquelme, claimed striker Erling Haaland has a release clause and would join Madrid if Riquelme becomes president. Haaland's father and agent, along with City, denied the claim, stating there is no contractual clause enabling the move.

    5 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Thursday 4 June

  1. Man City considers legal action over Haaland claims

    Manchester City is contemplating legal action after a Real Madrid presidential candidate promised to sign Erling Haaland and displayed a shirt with his name, claiming he has a release clause. City and Haaland's representatives denied the claim, stating there is no such clause and no chance of a transfer.

    4 June 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Mourinho plans six-player overhaul at Real Madrid return

    Jose Mourinho has agreed to return to Real Madrid on an initial two-year contract with an option for an additional 12 months. According to Spanish press reports, Mourinho has asked Madrid for six signings to rebuild the squad, with a focus on overhauling the defence and signing two new midfielders.

    4 June 2026 · The Chronicle →

Tuesday 19 May

  1. Real Madrid captain Carvajal to leave after 23 years

    Dani Carvajal, 34, will depart Real Madrid at the end of the season when his contract expires in June, ending a 23-year association with the club spanning two spells. The Madrid-born right-back, who has made 450 appearances and won 27 titles including six Champions League titles, is departing after recent serious knee injuries.

    19 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Monday 18 May

  1. Real Madrid captain Carvajal to depart after 23 years

    Dani Carvajal, 34, will leave Real Madrid at the end of the season when his contract expires in June after two spells at the club covering 23 years. The right-back made 450 appearances, won 27 titles including six Champions League titles, and is among only five players to win the Champions League six times.

    18 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Sunday 17 May

  1. Real Madrid coach Arbeloa open to Mourinho returning as manager

    Real Madrid head coach Alvaro Arbeloa said he would be pleased if Jose Mourinho replaces him next season. Mourinho is in final negotiations to become the club's new boss, 13 years after his first spell at the Bernabéu.

    17 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Mourinho finishes unbeaten Benfica season in third place

    Jose Mourinho completed an unbeaten Primeira Liga campaign with Benfica, finishing with 23 wins and 11 draws, but ended third on 80 points—eight behind champions Porto and two behind Sporting. Mourinho is negotiating to become Real Madrid manager, potentially ending his tenure with Benfica.

    17 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 14 May

  1. Mbappe jeered by Real Madrid fans on Bernabeu return

    Kylian Mbappe was whistled by Real Madrid fans as he entered the pitch in the club's 2-0 win over Real Oviedo on Thursday, amid recent scrutiny over his commitment and an online petition calling for 'Mbappe Out'. The 27-year-old has scored 41 goals in 41 games this season but criticism intensified after pictures emerged of him on a yacht in Sardinia while the club played Espanyol, and as Madrid lost to Barcelona, allowing Barca to be crowned league champions.

    14 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 13 May

  1. Jose Mourinho returning to Real Madrid after 13 years

    Jose Mourinho is returning to Real Madrid 13 years after his previous stint, as announced by president Florentino Perez at a contentious press conference. The appointment aligns Mourinho's siege mentality and media-focused approach with Perez's worldview amid internal divisions in Madrid's dressing room.

    13 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Real Madrid president Perez calls for club elections

    Real Madrid president Florentino Perez held a tense press conference calling for elections, insisting he will stand again despite a trophyless season and Barcelona's back-to-back La Liga titles. The 79-year-old, in office since 2009, rejected suggestions he is too tired for the role and challenged critics to contest the election openly rather than through anonymous briefings.

    13 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 12 May

  1. Mourinho in final talks to return as Real Madrid coach

    Jose Mourinho is in final negotiations to become Real Madrid's next head coach, 13 years after his first spell at the club. The 63-year-old is the only candidate Real Madrid are currently in talks with for the role, which would replace current head coach Alvaro Arbeloa.

    12 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 8 May

  1. Valverde injured in dressing room row with Tchouameni

    Real Madrid midfielder Federico Valverde sustained a head injury during a dressing room argument with teammate Aurelien Tchouameni and will miss Sunday's match against Barcelona. Valverde denied the pair came to blows, saying he accidentally hit a table, and the club has opened disciplinary proceedings against both players.

    8 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 28 April

  1. Real Madrid considers Mourinho as potential manager replacement

    Real Madrid's manager Alvaro Arbeloa faces pressure after poor results, sitting closer to third-place than league leaders Barcelona with a 64% win percentage in La Liga. Jose Mourinho, currently managing Benfica, is being mentioned as a potential replacement, having previously managed Real Madrid from 2010 to 2013 and winning La Liga, the Copa del Rey, and the Spanish Super Cup.

    28 April 2026 · Joy Online →

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