Dani Carvajal: “Real Madrid is my life”

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MADRID, SPAIN - MAY 23: Daniel Carvajal of Real Madrid is throwing up in the air by his teammates wearing all a shirt with his name on after his final match played for Real Madrid during the LaLiga EA Sports match between Real Madrid v Athletic de Bilbao at the Estadio Santiago Bernabeu on May 23, 2026 in Madrid Spain (Photo by M Gracia Jimenez/Soccrates/Getty Images) | Getty Images

Real Madrid captain Dani Carvajal spoke to RMTV and then to the Bernabeu after playing the last match of his illustrious time at the club. He was asked about what the club means to him, to which he said: “It’s not just that it’s the club of my life, it is my life. I was born a Real Madrid fan, I’ve been here for 23 years, I’ve played in every division, I’ve won everything there is to win, I’ve even been captain… I couldn’t ask for more. I’m leaving very happy and fulfilled.”

Carvajal on his time at Real Madrid​

“If someone had told me as a child that I would have this career, I wouldn’t have imagined it. It’s been wonderful, spectacular from the first day to the last. Triumphs, difficult moments that helped me mature, sharing a dressing room with wonderful people… It’s the best club in the world. I always tried to be kind to everyone, even with my frustrations if I lost possession or misplaced a pass. But I hope everyone leaves with good memories of Dani Carvajal. We’ll see each other in the future.”

Carvajal on how he feels​

“It’s very difficult to describe. You get emotional without knowing why. Yesterday, seeing the training ground, today seeing the banner they made for me, the ovations… How could I not be emotional? I’m closing a wonderful chapter, an unforgettable career. I only have words of gratitude for the club and the fans. Thank you, I’ve enjoyed it like a child, from the first day to the last, and I hope the feeling is mutual. I hope to be able to return to what is my home, in a different way, but helping out as always.”

Carvajal on the golden era and Florentino Perez​

“Good evening, Madrid fans. It’s not an easy moment for me to speak because I’m very emotional about this grand farewell. First, I want to thank our president, Don Florentino. He’s the one who brought me back from Germany, and we’ve won many Champions Leagues together, but if I have to highlight one thing, it’s that not even 24 hours after my knee injury, he didn’t hesitate to renew my contract. Then I wanted to thank my teammates. We haven’t had two easy seasons, but I’m sure we’ll win again. This is Real Madrid, and we have to rise again, as our history tells us. I can’t help but remember the golden era. I can’t help but remember this golden era we’ve lived through. We’re bringing a wonderful era to a close: four Champions Leagues in five years, that tenth, three in a row, Cristiano, Ramos, Ancelotti, Zidane… Countless names that have carried this badge to new heights. They made us great and took us to the very top.”

Carvajal to his family​

“I want to continue thanking my parents and my brother for making such a huge effort when I was a child. You have always been there, thank you. Also to my wife, my children… I have lived through two very difficult years, the bitter side of this sport, and you have filled my days with light. I love you all very much.”

Carvajal to the fans​

“Finally, thank you all, you are wonderful. From the first day to the last, you carried me on your shoulders. Seeing this farewell makes me incredibly proud to be a Madridista. Thank you for the Madridista comebacks, for being there in the good times and the bad. Some careers are defined by success, and I only want you to remember me with pride and with the certainty that I gave everything for this shirt. Yesterday, today, and always, Hala Madrid!”

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