For five years, King Juan Carlos has lived between Abu Dhabi and Galicia. In Sanxenxo, he was welcomed by his great friend Pedro Campos, who took care of providing him with accommodation during his stay in Spain. Now, the emeritus king has taken a step forward and has spoken sincerely about his host.
Juan Carlos feels very grateful for the affection he has received from Campos, but it is time to set some boundaries. For this reason, he has made a decision that will mark a turning point in his relationship with the businessman.
King Juan Carlos opens up about his great friend Pedro Campos
King Juan Carlos turned his friend Pedro Campos's residence into his refuge during his visits to Spain. The businessman, a great fan of regattas like the emeritus, took care of picking him up and meeting all his needs. Now that alliance is closer than ever to changing completely.
Juan Carlos has spoken about Campos, firmly confessing: "I don't want to cause Pedro any more trouble." During his visits, he always stays at Campos's house in Sanxenxo. However, he acknowledges that this situation may be too demanding for his host friend.
The relationship between King Juan Carlos and Pedro Campos is well known. Campos, a renowned Galician sailor and businessman, has been a regular host for the emeritus king during his visits to Galicia. Their friendship, strengthened over the years, has caused great trust and loyalty between them.
However, recently, the emeritus king has begun to consider the possibility of becoming independent from this hospitality. The goal is to ease the pressure on Pedro and not depend on him during his trips to Spain. In this regard, Juan Carlos is considering having his own home in Galicia or even in Portuguese territory.
The idea of establishing his own house in the Galician estuary or in Portugal is not a whim. Galicia has been his emotional bond for years; meanwhile, Portugal also holds a historical echo for the Bourbons, who lived there during exile. In addition, sources say that he has shown interest in coastal towns such as Cascais or Estoril, places that served as a refuge for his family.
King Juan Carlos seeks his independence away from Pedro Campos
During these five years of King Juan Carlos's exile, Pedro Campos has gained prominence. The emeritus's visits to Spain have increased, and the businessman's house has always been open to him. It has also been open to the press, who would wait at the doors of the residence to capture the first images or statements from Felipe's father.
The emeritus feels that, in the name of the friendship that unites them, it is his duty to ease the heavy burden of providing him with lodging. Above all, considering that Juan Carlos's mobility problems are worsening. This situation already forced him to make renovations to his house in Abu Dhabi to adapt it to his health problems.
For this and other reasons, he believes that the time has come to find his own accommodation. This way, he eases Campos's emotional burden and, at the same time, he gains freedom and his own routine.
This possible move to Galicia or Portugal has a clear objective: to grant him some autonomy in his current stage of life. Staying with friends is fine, but he is looking for something that belongs to him, even if it is modest.
It should be noted that Campos's inner circle has been extremely prudent during Juan Carlos's visits to Sanxenxo. They have kept a discreet stance, reserving the spaces in his house without drawing attention, even when hosting the emeritus. However, the frequency of visits requires constant coordination, and King Juan Carlos doesn't wish to overexploit that kindness.