Javier Tebas resigns as president of the Spanish League

La Liga president Javier Tebas officially announced his resignation on Wednesday, paving the way for new elections as he seeks a fourth consecutive term. Unsurprisingly, Tebas, who has been in the role since 2013, will step down when his four-year term ends on December 23. The election process will take about a month and is strategically scheduled to avoid clashing with the Royal Spanish Football Federation’s presidential election in early 2024. Tebas, 61, has declared his candidacy for re-election, seeking the support and confidence of clubs to face the challenges ahead. With the backing of club presidents in Spain’s top two divisions, Tebas is set to face minimal competition, having run unopposed in elections in 2013 and 2019. Tebas is known for his financial support of La Liga teams and his advocacy of economic parity with the English Premier League. Tebas also focused on expanding La Liga's global presence, securing long-term broadcast deals with ESPN for viewership in the United States. Additionally, he was an outspoken critic of financial practices, particularly targeting the purchasing power of clubs such as Manchester City and Paris Saint-Germain.