List of Real Madrid CF presidents

Unlike most European football clubs, Real Madrid CF is owned and run by its members (all Spanish), called socios, since its founding.

These members elect the president by a ballot, similarly to a limited liability company.

The president has the responsibility for the overall management of the club, including formally signing contracts with players and staff.

Legendary Santiago Bernabéu remains the longest-serving president of the club (35 years, from 1943 to 1978).

In July 2000, former Real player Alfredo Di Stéfano was appointed Honorary President of the club.

Santiago Bernabéu was club president for 34 years, 264 days and holds the record for longest serving president.
Florentino Pérez is the current president of the club and holds the record for the most trophies won (34).