Florentino Perez wanted his presidential presentation to send a message of power, stability and unity around Real Madrid. By the end of the event, that message had become impossible to ignore.
Perez arrived at the venue knowing the elections would bring criticism and pressure from rival voices. But he also knew exactly how to remind supporters of the figures who still stand beside him.
That was where Ronaldo Nazario’s presence carried enormous weight.
The Galactico reunion
The Brazilian icon, one of the most symbolic signings of Perez’s first Galactico era, was among several former Real Madrid figures invited to support the acting president.
Roberto Carlos and Santiago Solari were also present. But it was Ronaldo who ended up producing the moment that drew the biggest emotional reaction from the crowd.
Before Perez even took the stage, the two embraced warmly near the front row while supporters inside the venue applauded loudly. It was a scene loaded with symbolism, a nod to Ronaldo’s arrival from Inter Milan in 2002, a transfer still remembered as one of Florentino’s most iconic moves.
‘President, you are the best’
Once Perez finished speaking, several club legends gathered around him on stage as the applause continued. Perez even encouraged Roberto Carlos to say a few words. But the Brazilian full back stepped aside and allowed Ronaldo to speak instead.
Addressing the Real Madrid president directly, Ronaldo said: “President, you are the best and you will always be the best.
“All the members will be very grateful for everything you have done. Hala Madrid.”
The endorsement race
With tensions rising around the presidential race, candidates are certain to play around with the emotional angle. In Perez’s case, he has already received Karim Benzema’s affirmation without even calling for any endorsement.
The bottom line
Ronaldo. Roberto Carlos. Solari. Benzema.
The legends are lining up behind Perez. The symbolism is impossible to ignore.
This is not just a presidential campaign. It’s a battle for the soul of Real Madrid. And Perez is bringing out the big guns.
Rival candidate Enrique Riquelme has his work cut out. Perez has history, stability and now the Galacticos on his side.
The election is coming. The battle lines are drawn. And Perez is making sure everyone knows who the legends still trust.
