Journalist Jorge Bacon reveals the details of the internal struggle within Real Madrid regarding the identity of the potential successor to the current president, Florentino Perez, amidst the absence of a clear vision for who will lead the club in the future.

According to the report, businessman Anas Laghrari emerges as one of the most influential figures within the club currently. He is considered the mastermind behind financial matters and has become Florentino Perez's right-hand man, representing his voice in many matters during his absence. However, some voices within the club view his increasing involvement in sports affairs, such as choosing coaches or deals, with suspicion, arguing he lacks sufficient experience in this area.

Conversely, both José Ángel Sánchez and Juni Calafat retain their positions within the club, having played significant roles alongside Florentino Perez in building the team that achieved many titles. Some estimates suggest that if Perez were to leave, one or both might choose to leave the club as well, given their strong loyalty to the current president.

Nevertheless, internal criticisms persist, with some believing they bear part of the responsibility for the team's current situation, prompting some parties to call for radical changes in the club's administrative structure.

Florentino had previously mentioned Juan Santamaria as a future option, but current indications suggest the club does not fully trust any individual to take over the position after him. Although Anas Laghrari's name is frequently mentioned, he does not meet the criteria stipulated in the club's bylaws to assume the presidency. However, ways are currently being explored to grant him an influential position within the administration.

José Ángel Sánchez's name is also highlighted among potential candidates, along with less well-known options like Francisco Garcia Sanz, a new board member and former president of Wolfsburg and former executive director at the Volkswagen Group. The name of Spanish tennis legend Rafael Nadal has also been proposed as a potential option, although this possibility seems distant at the moment.

While the apparent focus within the club is on results on the field, the sense of pessimism among Real Madrid fans has increased recently. The board calls for patience and expresses confidence in a large part of the team, but behind the sports scene, an internal battle for influence and power is underway, which could have a significant impact on the club's future for many years, especially as the era of one of Real Madrid's most successful presidents in history comes to a close.