Barcelona issue statement after Real Madrid president Florentino Perez goes on the attack

TL;DR

Barcelona has issued a statement in response to Real Madrid president Florentino Perez's press conference, where he confirmed he will not resign and criticized the media and referees. Barcelona's legal team is reviewing Perez's comments and will decide on further actions.

Key points

Barcelona issues statement regarding Perez's press conference
Florentino Perez confirms he will not resign
Perez criticizes media and referees, mentions Negreira case
Barcelona's legal team reviewing Perez's comments
Barcelona recently won El Clasico to secure La Liga title

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Real Madrid President Florentino Perez talks to media at Real Madrid Sports City in Valdebebas, in the outskirts of Madrid, on May 12, 2026. Real Madrid president Florentino Perez calls club elections, will stand again, AFP reports on May 12, 2026. (Photo by JAVIER SORIANO / AFP via Getty Images) | AFP via Getty Images Barcelona have issued a statement in response to an extraordinary press conference given by Real Madrid president Florentino Perez earlier today. The 79-year-old spoke to the media to confirm he is not going to resign but said he will call for elections. Perez also took the opportunity to rant about the media and referees and also brought up the Negreira case again. Barcelona have been quick to respond with the following statement: “Regarding the press conference held by the Real Madrid president, Florentino Pérez, we inform that our legal department are carefully examining his declarations and accusations. “They are currently being analysed and the steps to be taken are being assessed. When considered opportune, any positions and decisions that have been adopted will be notified.” Perez’s rant comes just days after Barcelona beat Real Madrid in El Clasico to win La Liga again. Hansi Flick’s side have now won back-to-back league titles, while Los Blancos are set for a second straight trophyless year.

Q&A

What did Florentino Perez say during his press conference?

Florentino Perez confirmed he will not resign and criticized the media and referees while discussing the Negreira case.

How did Barcelona respond to Perez's statements?

Barcelona stated that their legal department is examining Perez's declarations and will notify any decisions taken in response.

What is the context of Barcelona's recent victory over Real Madrid?

Barcelona recently defeated Real Madrid in El Clasico, securing back-to-back La Liga titles while Real Madrid faces a second consecutive trophyless season.