Javier Tebas Strikes Back at Florentino Pérez’s Criticism

In a heated exchange within Spanish football’s elite, LaLiga president Javier Tebas has responded sharply to Real Madrid‘s president Florentino Pérez following his recent comments.

On Monday evening, Pérez expressed concerns that Spanish authorities were not doing enough to address the ongoing Negreira case, which has been described as the most serious scandal in football history. In a statement reported by MARCA, he highlighted the staggering sum of over €8 million paid for referee reports over nearly two decades—documents that, alarmingly, were never received by coaches. This revelation raises serious questions about accountability and transparency within the sport.

Tebas’s Firm Response

Tebas did not hold back in his rebuttal, taking to social media to defend the integrity of LaLiga and its procedures. He stated, “To talk about ‘passivity’ in this context not only disrespects the judicial process but also undermines the intelligence of anyone who understands how a court operates.” He accused Pérez of theatrical indignation rather than genuine concern for justice, asserting that LaLiga respects legal protocols and acts appropriately without fabricating narratives.

The Deepening Rift

This exchange is indicative of the deteriorating relationship between Spain’s two most prominent clubs. Over the past three years, tensions have escalated significantly, with both sides exchanging barbs publicly. Tebas’s remarks on Monday further fueled this rivalry as he firmly rejected Pérez’s claims, stating that it was inappropriate for the president of Real Madrid to dictate narratives. The LaLiga president emphasized that interventions in legal matters must follow a clear order: first the prosecutor, then the attorney, followed by LaLiga, and finally Real Madrid.

As this controversy unfolds, it remains to be seen how it will impact both clubs moving forward. With the Negreira case still unresolved and tensions running high, fans are left wondering whether reconciliation is possible or if this feud will continue to escalate.

What does this mean for the future of both clubs? As they navigate these turbulent waters, one thing is certain: the eyes of the football world are watching closely.