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Editorial: El Mundo

  • Real Madrid is facing elections that will be crucial for determining the future model of the club.
  • The electoral campaign has been dominated by debates about Real Madrid's financial situation rather than discussions around candidates' proposals.
  • The club is facing a challenging financial situation due to debt and competition from clubs backed by sovereign funds.
  • To generate new income, the Santiago Bernabéu stadium is to become a significant financial asset.
  • The renovation of the stadium and falls in expected income have led to a tense financial situation.
  • To tackle this, current president Florentino Pérez has proposed selling 5% of the entity - a proposal opposed by the other candidate, Enrique Riquelme.

Conclusion: Regardless of the election result, the next president of Real Madrid will need to strike a balance between stabilizing the club's finances and preserving its historic spirit and legacy.