On Sunday, after announcing that Carvajal had suffered a serious injury, Real Madrid announced through the club's official website that they had renewed Carvajal's contract until 2026.
In the 93rd minute of the home game against Villarreal, Carvajal kicked Pino on the foot when he stopped the ball on his chest and cleared the ball, causing Carvajal to leave the field with a serious injury. Subsequently, Carvajal announced that he had suffered a serious injury and would undergo surgery.
Real Madrid also confirmed the news, "After a medical examination by Real Madrid's medical department, Carvajal has confirmed that he has ruptured his anterior cruciate ligament, ruptured lateral collateral ligament and ruptured popliteal tendon in his right leg, and he will undergo surgery in the coming days." According to the media, Carvajal was reimbursed early for the season and could miss a year due to injury.
Following this unfortunate announcement, Real Madrid unexpectedly announced on their official website that they had renewed Carvajal's contract, "The club has signed two contract extensions with Carvajal, and he will play for the club until June 30, 2026." ”
In the announcement, Real Madrid also said, "Real Madrid want to show him all our support and love, wishing him a speedy recovery and seeing him on the pitch as soon as possible." ”
In his 12 seasons with Real Madrid, Carvajal made 427 appearances and won 26 titles, including six Champions League titles and five La Liga titles. Carvajal was voted the best player in the Champions League final on 1 June.