Real Madrid have reportedly decided against offering club captain Dani Carvajal a new contract, with his current deal set to expire in June 2026. According to Spanish outlet Marca, the internal feeling at the club is that the veteran right-back will not renew, marking a potential end to his long and illustrious career with Los Blancos.
Carvajal’s Uncertain Future Amid Injury Concerns
The 34-year-old defender, a mainstay in Real Madrid’s defense for over a decade, is currently sidelined with a foot injury (a fractured toe) suffered recently. This latest setback comes as he battles to prove his fitness ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup with Spain.
Carvajal has faced multiple injury issues in recent seasons, including a serious ACL tear in 2024 and subsequent knee complications. These problems have limited his playing time, raising questions about his long-term physical reliability at the highest level.
A Historic Career at the Santiago Bernabéu
Carvajal has been a Real Madrid player for over two decades, joining the club’s academy as a child and rising through the ranks to become one of the most decorated right-backs in football history. Since his senior debut, he has won multiple Champions League titles, La Liga trophies, Copa del Rey, and international honors with Spain.
Known for his tenacity, leadership, and big-game performances, Carvajal served as club captain this season. However, limited playing time, recurring fitness issues, and competition for the right-back spot have contributed to the decision.
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