Rafael Nadal has accepted an appointment to Real Madrid’s board of directors, giving the former tennis player a new role at the club he has supported for many years. The board will submit the appointment for ratification by the General Assembly of Delegate Members, according to Real Madrid’s statement on Wednesday, November 4.
Nadal, a club member and honorary member, said he was grateful to president Florentino Pérez and the board for proposing him. He accepted the offer with “great excitement” and said he wanted to learn and contribute what he could.
Real Madrid described Nadal as one of the most admired Spanish athletes and said his sporting achievements and personal qualities reflected values associated with the club. His record includes 22 Grand Slam singles titles, two Olympic gold medals and five Davis Cups with Spain.
Earlier this year, Nadal was linked with a possible run for the club presidency, but he said he was not interested in pursuing that path as he considered his next steps after retiring from tennis. The announcement gives him a role in the club’s leadership, although the source does not specify what responsibilities he will take on.
Sources: Tennis365.