SOCCER:Real Madrid president Ramon Calderon has resigned from his post with the Primera Liga champions. The 57-year-old confirmed his decision at a press conference in the Spanish capital this evening.

Calderon has recently been in the news following allegations of voting irregularities at the club’s general assembly.

He has repeatedly denied any wrongdoing and told a press conference on Wednesday night he had no intention of resigning.

Calderon once again rejected claims of his involvement in the scandal, insisting he walks away from the club with a “clear conscience”.

“I have nothing to hide,” he said. “I firmly deny all the lies that have been published by various media sources in the past few days.

“I never participated in anything illegal or committed any wrongdoing. Over the past two and a half years I have put my body and soul into this club.

“I walk away with clean hands and a clear conscience, and less money and health than when I started.”