Dani Carvajal has officially said his goodbyes to Real Madrid after playing his final match for the club in their 4–2 victory over Athletic Club. The veteran defender, who will leave at the end of the 2025/26 season, spoke emotionally to the media, expressing gratitude to everyone at the club, especially president Florentino Pérez.
Softfootball gathered, Carvajal revealed that even during his injury struggles, Pérez never hesitated to offer him a new contract, a gesture he described as unforgettable. His departure marks the symbolic end of one of the greatest eras in modern football.
Reflecting on the legendary Real Madrid side that dominated Europe, Carvajal said:
My departure symbolises the end of the squad of the 4 UCL’s in 5 years.
We have all left now, but we will want Real Madrid to keep winning and do it again.
He added:
The team where we won 4 Champions League in 5 years, I want to remember them. Cristiano, Casillas, Ramos, Ancelotti, Zidane… Please stand up and applaud for them.
Carvajal leaves the club as a free agent, with several teams already showing strong interest in signing the experienced right‑back. His exit confirms that the iconic core that delivered four Champions League titles in five seasons has now fully departed the Santiago Bernabéu.
For Real Madrid, it is the end of an era. For Carvajal, it is the beginning of a new chapter, one built on the legacy of a player who gave everything for the badge.
