Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez’s placement of ministers and key officials on party lists is causing friction within the PSOE, particularly in Andalucía and the Comunidad Valenciana. The appointments to the Madrid list include strong allies like Margarita Robles, who has been positioned as number two, surpassing Fernando Grande-Marlaska following disagreements over the Ceuta situation. This move demonstrates Sánchez’s effort to consolidate control within the party. In Andalucía and the Comunidad Valenciana, integrating current leaders and trusted individuals is triggering disagreements that are now spilling into public view. These disputes signal potential challenges to party unity as the PSOE prepares for upcoming elections. The arrangement of candidates is clearly a focal point of tension within the party structure.