Real Madrid'S Holiday Drama: Florentino Perez Calls Out La Liga Over Negreira Scandal

Real Madrid’s Festive Gathering Takes a Serious Turn

At what was supposed to be a celebratory holiday event, Florentino Perez, the president of Real Madrid, took the opportunity to slam La Liga and the Spanish FA over their handling of the ongoing Negreira scandal. While starting on a high note, praising the club's financial success as noted by Deloitte and Forbes, Perez’s speech quickly morphed into a call for justice and integrity.

"Christmas is a time that invites us to reflect," Perez stated, setting a reflective tone. "This club has built its history and its legend. We are the club with the highest income in the world according to Deloitte and the most valuable according to Forbes. This has allowed us to live one of our most successful periods in these 15 years, both in football and basketball."

Demand for Justice in the Face of Scandal

The festive cheer was overshadowed by Perez's frustration over what he described as an "extremely serious situation" regarding the Negreira case, which allegedly involved improper payments to referees over two decades. He expressed dismay at the apparent indifference from the football authorities.

“It is completely incomprehensible that the institutions have left Madrid alone in this fight,” Perez thundered. “How is it possible that the president of the referees asks us to forget it? How are we going to forget the biggest scandal in the history of football?”

Real Madrid's decision to act as a private prosecutor in the case has led to tensions with Barcelona, yet Perez maintains that this step was necessary to uphold the club's values and ensure fair play.

Concluding with a Call for Integrity

As Perez concluded his address, he emphasized the duty of La Liga and the Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) to protect the integrity of the sport. Accusing them of failing in this fundamental responsibility, he called upon them to address the issue head-on and ensure transparency and justice for all involved.

For those invested in the world of football, Perez’s words serve as a stark reminder of the ongoing challenges facing the sport, even amid festive celebrations. As the dust settles, fans and clubs alike will be watching closely to see how the situation unfolds.

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