Dani Carvajal is facing one of the most difficult moments of his career at 34. The Spanish right-back has suffered a new injury that could mark the end of his time at the highest level. He is not expected to renew his contract with Real Madrid, his chances of making the World Cup squad are now minimal, and a return before the end of the season appears highly unlikely.

The latest setback is a fracture in the distal phalanx of the fifth toe on his right foot. The injury is expected to sideline him for most of Real Madrid’s remaining league fixtures and effectively end any lingering hopes of a World Cup call-up. Even before this setback, his limited minutes had already made his inclusion unlikely.

Inside the club, there is an expectation that Carvajal could still receive a farewell at the Santiago Bernabéu during the final league match of the season against Athletic Bilbao. Current estimates suggest a recovery period of two to three weeks, which could allow him to feature in that match and say goodbye after 13 seasons with the club.

Carvajal’s contract expires on June 30, and the club has decided not to offer him a renewal. The decision is influenced by his reduced role in the final part of the season and ongoing physical struggles. His final months at the club have been marked by injuries, limited playing time, and reported tension with the coaching staff.

After spending nearly a year recovering from a serious injury, Carvajal has been unable to regain full consistency. Just as he appeared close to returning to form, he faced reduced opportunities and another physical setback. The combination of these factors has led to the end of his time at Real Madrid and the loss of his hopes of playing in the upcoming World Cup.

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