Carvajal’s Injury Woes Continue As Real Madrid Star Set For Knee Surgery

‎Real Madrid captain, Dani Carvajal, will undergo arthroscopic surgery on his right knee after experiencing discomfort following Sunday’s El Clásico win over Barcelona.

‎The 33-year-old defender, who came on as a second-half substitute, underwent medical tests on Monday to assess the extent of the injury. The procedure could rule the Spain international out for the rest of the calendar year.

‎“Following tests carried out on our captain, Dani Carvajal, by the Real Madrid Medical Services, he has been diagnosed with a loose joint in his right knee,” a club statement read on Monday evening.

‎“Carvajal will undergo arthroscopy.”

‎The British National Health Service (NHS) describes arthroscopy as “a type of keyhole surgery for checking or repairing your joints”.

‎Keyhole surgery is where only small cuts are made into the body, involving a camera used to diagnose and treat joint problems.

‎Real Madrid expects Dani Carvajal to be out for at least six weeks, potentially keeping him sidelined until January 2026.

‎The victory over Barcelona marked his first appearance since suffering a calf injury in September’s 5-2 loss to Atlético Madrid.

‎This latest setback affects the same knee in which he tore two ligaments and a tendon in October 2024, an injury that ruled him out for the rest of last season.

‎Valverde, normally a midfielder, started at right-back on Sunday, with Trent Alexander-Arnold, who has just returned from injury, available as a substitute in that position.