Real Madrid elections: what's at stake for Benfica and Mourinho | OneFootball

It’s confirmed: Real Madrid once again has two candidates for the Club presidency, following the entry of the list submitted by Enrique Riquelme, a 37-year-old businessman, who will oppose Florentino Pérez, the club’s current top official. However, what does this have to do with BenficaVery simple, the election process ends up blocking the long-awaited departure of José Mourinho to the Spanish giant.

In recent days, Real Madrid’s Electoral Board, by unanimous decision, understood that Enrique Riquelme met all the requirements to enter the race. Thus, with the presence of the 37-year-old businessman, the Spanish club will once again hold elections with two candidates 20 years later, taking members to the polls.

Since 2006, Los Blancos had only had one candidate in each election, however, the members’ wishes changed everything and forced a new reality. Faced with the strong backlash the club has suffered over the last two years, Florentino Pérez was forced to call early elections.

Thus, with Florentino Pérez and Enrique Riquelme in the race, Los Blancos could have a new president in the coming weeks. According to the club’s regulations, the election will be scheduled for the next 15 days, with the indicated date being June 6. This situation leaves Benfica’s immediate future on hold.

In the Eagles’ world, uncertainty reigns over José Mourinho’s continuation as head coach of the Eagles. The deadline for the Special One’s contract termination is coming to an end - it expires next Tuesday, May 26 - which leaves Benfica facing a highly uncertain future regarding the coaching position.

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