Real Madrid are preparing to appoint Spanish tennis legend Rafael Nadal to the club's board of directors, according to reports from AFP. The 22-time Grand Slam champion, a lifelong Real Madrid supporter, has been a frequent visitor to the Santiago Bernabéu stadium, most recently attending a match in 2025.
Nadal, who retired from professional tennis in November 2024, would bring his global sporting stature and deep connection to the club into a formal governance role. The appointment would mark a rare crossover between elite tennis and football administration at the highest level.
Details regarding the specific position and responsibilities Nadal would assume have not been disclosed. Real Madrid has not yet issued an official confirmation of the move.
