Enrique Riquelme considers running for elections

Enrique Riquelme, president of Grupo Cox, considered seriously his candidacy for the upcoming elections of Real Madrid. According to information obtained by MARCA, the rushed electoral call did not catch him by surprise, and he was ready to enter the race. Sources close to the Alicante businessman explained that "for the moment, we will have to wait for the process to open officially."

Riquelme is the main shareholder of Grupo Cox, a powerful company in the renewable energy sector operating in over 30 countries. In recent weeks, the potential candidate for the Real Madrid presidency has garnered significant headlines in the global economic press due to two financial operations: the acquisition of Iberdrola Mexico for around 4 billion dollars and the record issuance of bonds in the United States valued at 2 billion dollars. He is part of the list of the most influential people in the world against climate change.

Florentino Pérez, the current president of Real Madrid, referred to Riquelme indirectly during a press conference, mentioning "that gentleman who speaks with the electricity companies and has a South American accent." However, Riquelme originates from the Alicante locality of Cox. Another veiled reference by Pérez to Riquelme’s potential candidacy was when he discussed "those kids," referring to a group of young, successful businessmen and top executives in the country, many of whom are avid supporters of Real Madrid, potentially accompanying him on this journey if he decides to embark on it.

In a recent public appearance, Enrique Riquelme was one of the main guests at the massive tribute to the heroes of the Seventh organized by Peñas del Madrid in Alicante. He shared the presidential table with Pedja Mijatovic and Fernando Sanz, key figures of the evening.

The discussions surrounding Riquelme’s candidacy come at a time of heightened scrutiny on the leadership of Real Madrid, with fans and analysts alike looking closely at the decisions made by Pérez and the club management.

As the political landscape within the football club evolves, the implications of Riquelme’s potential candidacy could influence both the sporting and financial future of Real Madrid.