Florentino Perez Criticises Rival Enrique Riquelme

Florentino Pérez, candidate for Real Madrid presidency, criticised rival Enrique Riquelme on Monday. The comment was made during an event with members and fan clubs in the province of Toledo. Pérez said Riquelme "seems more concerned with registering a personal brand, to become famous". He framed this as a contrast to his own campaign focus. The gathering brought together socios and peñas from across Toledo. The event was organized to rally support ahead of the club's upcoming elections. Riquelme is identified as Pérez's main opponent in the election. The rivalry has intensified as the voting deadline approaches. Pérez's remarks highlighted concerns about personal ambition versus club interests. The statement reflects the tone of the campaign discourse. The election will determine the leadership of Real Madrid later this year. Both candidates continue to address members across Spain.