Official Announcement: José Manuel Ochotorena passes away

Real Madrid C. F., its president and Board of Directors are deeply saddened by the death of José Manuel Ochotorena, one of our club's legendary goalkeepers.

Real Madrid extends its condolences and affection to his family, his teammates and all his loved ones, as well as to all clubs where he played.

Ochotorena wore the Real Madrid jersey for 6 seasons, from 1982 until 1988, during which time he won 2 UEFA Cups, 3 LaLiga titles and 1 Copa de la Liga.

As well as his time at Real Madrid, he played for Valencia, Tenerife, Logroñés and Racing de Santander. While at Valencia, he won the Zamora Trophy in the 1989-1990 campaign.

He was also part of the Spanish National Team at the Italia 1990 World Cup.

Ochotorena later enjoyed a successful spell as a goalkeeper coach, at clubs including Valencia and Liverpool, as well as for the Spanish National Team (2004-2021), when he won 1 World Cup and 2 European Cups.

José Manuel Ochotorena has passed away at 64 years of age. Real Madrid extends its condolences to all madridismo. May he rest in peace.