Real Madrid is reportedly considering a departure from La Liga due to escalating tensions with league president, Javier Tebas and ongoing disputes over refereeing decisions.
The club’s dissatisfaction has intensified following several controversial incidents, notably the lack of disciplinary action against Carlos Romero for a foul on Kylian Mbappé and Jude Bellingham’s red card, which could lead to a 12-match ban.
These events have led to threats of a referees’ strike and allegations that Tebas has rallied other clubs against Real Madrid.
In response, the club is exploring the possibility of seeking “asylum” in a foreign league, with potential moves to the French, German, or Italian leagues. Such a transition would require approval from FIFA, La Liga, and UEFA.
This development comes amid broader discussions about the structure of European football competitions. Recently, the Superliga project, now referred to as the Unify League, has sought authorization from UEFA and FIFA.
The proposal includes 96 teams divided into four categories, with plans to commence in the 2025/26 season. However, significant obstacles remain, including potential delays from UEFA and the need to develop a broadcasting platform.
La Liga has criticized this project, viewing it as a threat to the governance of European football that could benefit a small group of elite clubs while harming national league economies.
As Real Madrid contemplates its future in domestic and European competitions, these developments could signal significant changes in the landscape of European football.
