The Real Madrid of Zidane... and of Florentino Perez Opinion Coach wants third title, president wants fifth

There is no doubt that we are looking at a Real Madrid of legendary status, although this may be a feeling that increases as time goes on.

As happened with the team of Alfredo Di Stefano and Santiago Bernabeu, the Real Madrid of Zinedine Zidane and Florentino Perez will be talked about throughout history.

If you give credit to the French coach for reaching three successive Champions League finals, then you must also give credit to the president, who in his second spell in charge of the club has greatly improved on the achievements of his first years.

To put the spectacular current results into context, Los Blancos had a plan that was put in place nine years ago by Perez that was supposed to bring continuous success.

This period has seen the club reach eight successive semi finals, as well as recording three Champions League triumphs which could turn into four on May 26.

This can't simply be a coincidence.

Furthermore, during this period the Real Madrid basketball team has reached the final four in six of the last eight seasons.

It's also important to note that Real lead the world income list on an annual basis.

This is an outstanding mandate for Perez's re-election which could be further bolstered by his fifth European Cup.