Real Madrid said Rafael Nadal is set to join the club's board of directors, subject to approval by the club's members. GOAL reported that the club will put Nadal's nomination to its members at the general assembly on 21 November.
Board submits appointment
Real Madrid said the board agreed to submit Nadal's appointment to the General Assembly of Delegated Members. The club said its members will be asked to approve Nadal's appointment to the board.
Nadal accepts proposal
Nadal said in his post on X: "I want to thank president Florentino Perez and the board for proposing that I join the board of directors of Real Madrid. I have accepted this proposal with great excitement, a desire to learn, and a willingness to contribute everything I can."
Club statement on Nadal
Real Madrid said Nadal was "one of the greatest legends in the history of sport and one of the most admired and recognised Spanish athletes in the world". The club said Nadal's sporting and personal stature was a source of pride for the club and its supporters.
Nadal's existing link
Real Madrid said Nadal is already an honorary member of the club.
