‘Very close’ – Real Madrid president drops major Vinicius contract update

Real Madrid president Florentino Perez has addressed two topics that have generated significant discussion around the club in recent weeks, offering clarity on both Vinicius Jr’s future and Anas Laghari’s role behind the scenes.

Speaking during a recent media appearance, Perez reflected on his plans for the club while also responding to criticism and speculation surrounding several internal matters.

His comments arrive at an important moment as Real Madrid are in the middle of presidential elections.

One of the subjects raised during the interview was the involvement of Anas Laghari, whose influence around the club has been questioned by electoral candidate Enrique Riquelme despite not occupying an official position within Real Madrid’s organisational structure.

Perez has responded to Enrique Riquelme. (Photo by Angel Martinez/Getty Images)

“Why is there a person with so much power alongside the president who holds no official position and who, moreover, is involved in most of the club’s operations?” Riquelme had said.

Responding to those concerns, Perez spoke warmly about his long-standing relationship with Laghari and his family.

Explaining why he values his advice, the Real Madrid president said, “I saw Anas being born. He’s like a son to me because his father was like a brother.