Jose Emilio Santamaria, a legendary figure in football and former player for Real Madrid, has died at the age of 96. Santamaria joined Real Madrid in 1957 from Nacional, a Uruguayan club, and played a pivotal role during one of the club's most successful periods. He won four European Cups in 1958, 1959, 1960, and 1966, along with six La Liga titles. His contributions helped establish Real Madrid as a powerhouse in world football. After representing Uruguay internationally, Santamaria became a naturalized Spaniard and played for Spain in the 1962 World Cup, later coaching the national team during the 1982 World Cup. Real Madrid's president, Florentino Perez, acknowledged Santamaria as one of the greatest legends in the club's history.