RCD Mallorca Gets New President: Utz Claassen Takes the Helm

RCD Mallorca appoints Utz Claassen as new president, aiming to return to La Liga's top tier. With 45% stake, Claassen vows to professionalize the club and bring it back to its former glory

26 Jun 2026

Updated 25 Sep 2026 By Margarita Herrera · senior correspondent

RCD Mallorca has a new president: Utz Claassen, former EnBW director, takes the helm. The 51-year-old German manager and entrepreneur was elected in a board meeting. The meeting was supposed to discuss transfers and the annual balance, but internal conflicts led to Claassen's election. Claassen: „The position is an honor. I will fulfill it in a professional and dignified manner”. Claassen aims to bring the team back to the top tier. With 45% of the shares, Claassen has significant influence over the club. RCD Mallorca seeks to improve its league position. Currently, the team is 18th in La Liga, with 42 points, 11 wins, 9 draws, and 18 losses in 38 games, and a recent form of WLLDW. | Stat | Value | | Points | 42 | | Wins | 11 | | Draws | 9 | | Losses | 18 | | Goal difference | -10 |

RCD Mallorca is 52 points behind leaders Barcelona. Claassen has a challenge ahead, but he's determined to bring the team back to the top