Carvajal to leave Real Madrid after 23 years as contract expires

Abdullateef Fowewe

Dani Carvajal, the 34-year-old Real Madrid academy product and club captain, will depart the club at the end of the season, according to a report from Marca.

The Spanish giants have decided not to offer the defender a new contract as his current deal expires in June 2026.

Carvajal’s exit marks the end of a storied 23-year association with Real Madrid, where he amassed an elite trophy haul.

Highlights include six UEFA Champions League titles, multiple La Liga championships, and several domestic cups, cementing his legacy as one of the club’s most decorated players.

Recent injuries have cast a shadow over his future.

A serious toe fracture, among other setbacks, has diminished his prominence in the squad and fueled ongoing speculation.

With Real Madrid prioritising a squad refresh, the decision reflects the team’s shift toward younger talent.

Carvajal, who rose through La Fábrica and became a key right-back under Carlo Ancelotti, leaves as a symbol of loyalty amid the club’s golden era.