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Real Madrid’s longtime president Florentino Pérez faces his first major challenge in over 20 years as 37-year-old businessman Enrique Riquelme launches a surprise bid for the presidency, calling for member choice after two trophyless seasons and fan pressure. Riquelme, a childhood Madrid fan and billionaire renewable energy executive, promises a fresh vision focused on youth development, a stronger sporting director, and a return to core values — while staying mum on specific signings or managers. Though Pérez remains the favorite, Riquelme’s campaign, backed by tennis star Rafael Nadal and set to conclude by June 8, could dramatically reshape the club’s future — especially if he wins.

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