Real Madrid intends to include former world No. 1 Rafael Nadal on its board of directors.
According to the club’s official website, the Madrid club’s leadership decided on November 4 to submit the appointment of the 40-year-old Spaniard for approval by the club members’ general assembly.
Nadal is an honorary member of Real Madrid and has been a longtime fan of the team.
The Spanish tennis player won 92 singles titles during his professional career, including 22 Grand Slam titles. Nadal also won two Olympic gold medals.