Steven G. Mandis

Steven G. Mandis is a professor at Columbia Business School and the author of "The Real Madrid Way".

He has a background in business and finance, which informs his approach to analyzing Real Madrid's success.

Mandis gained access to the club's inner workings, conducting interviews and gathering data to support his analysis.

His work focuses on the business and cultural aspects of the club, particularly under Florentino Perez's presidency.

While some readers praise his insights, others criticize his perceived lack of objectivity and limited football knowledge.

Mandis's background in American sports is noted as influencing his perspective on European football.