Real Madrid Club went to the polls on Sunday. Incumbent president Florentino Perez secured a majority in all 60 polling stations against his young rival Enrique Riquelme, receiving about 65% of the valid votes, totaling 21,741 votes.
With this result, Perez's term was extended until 2030. Perez, who won the club's election race, announced the outcome officially.
Immediately after his election victory, Perez fulfilled his promised major project by announcing the return of Portuguese coach Jose Mourinho to the club. This announcement became one of the most notable headlines of the new era at Real Madrid.
In his speech, Perez said he was there to defend Real Madrid. He stated they would work to ensure the club continues winning championships.
He also expressed that they would continue to take pride in Santiago Bernabeu. He conveyed their pride in having the world's best players and in the return of a Madrid figure like Jose Mourinho, regarded as one of the best coaches globally.
Perez emphasized that throughout his presidency, he would continue to be there for Real Madrid's members. The election victory and Mourinho announcement sent clear messages about the club's future on the same day.