Real Madrid captain Dani Carvajal might have played his last match for the club. An injury sustained during training on Friday has cast a shadow over his future, with his recovery potentially extending to the season’s final game. The 34-year-old’s contract is set to expire this summer, and his future at the club remains uncertain.
The veteran right-back suffered a blow to his foot. Real Madrid confirmed on Saturday morning that he has a ‘fissure’ in one of his toes. Reports indicate this injury will sideline him for approximately two weeks, jeopardizing his opportunities to play in the team’s remaining matches of the season.
Carvajal’s Final Season Appearances in Jeopardy
With a midweek La Liga fixture approaching, Carvajal is expected to miss the upcoming clash against Espanyol. He could also be sidelined for what might be his final career Clasico against Barcelona, the home game against Real Oviedo, and potentially the away fixture against Sevilla. His recovery timeline places him on the cusp of returning for the match at the Ramon Sanchez Pizjuan. However, Carvajal is anticipated to be fit for the final game of the season against Athletic Club at the Santiago Bernabeu.
Carvajal’s World Cup Dreams Diminished
This injury has significantly dampened Carvajal’s hopes of representing Spain in the upcoming World Cup. It was reportedly communicated to him by manager Luis de la Fuente that his inclusion would depend on his physical condition in the final two months of the season. However, he has struggled to secure a starting position against Trent Alexander-Arnold for the right-back role. This latest injury means he will have started only one game since mid-March, amid speculation of a disagreement with Alvaro Arbeloa.
The Potential Conclusion of Carvajal’s Real Madrid Tenure
This situation could mark a disappointing conclusion to his illustrious career at Real Madrid. Carvajal’s contract expires this summer, and there have been no indications of an extension offer. After three seasons plagued by injuries, this would be an unfortunate way for Carvajal to end his impactful tenure with Real Madrid.