Real Madrid's Carvajal ruled out of El Clasico with toe fracture

Real Madrid defender Dani Carvajal will miss the El Clasico against Barcelona on May 10 after suffering a toe fracture, the club confirmed. The 34‑year‑old right‑back is expected to be out for about two weeks and could return for the season’s final match against Athletic Bilbao, according to Spanish media.

Carvajal’s absence comes at a crucial time: Real Madrid sit second in La Liga, 11 points behind leaders Barcelona, who could clinch the title this weekend if they win at Osasuna while Madrid drop points at their Espanyol game on Sunday. The upcoming Clasico may also be Carvajal’s last appearance for Madrid, as his contract expires at the end of the season and he had hoped to be part of Spain’s World Cup squad—a prospect now diminished by his injury‑hit season.

The veteran has won six Champions League titles and four La Liga trophies with Madrid. His injury raises questions about Madrid’s defensive depth and whether the club will look to sign a replacement before the transfer window closes. For Nigerian fans who follow European football, this is a reminder of how quickly fortunes can change for aging stars.

Will you back Madrid’s younger options to step up in Carvajal’s place, or do you think the club should bring in an experienced cover for the run‑in?

SOURCE: https://www.channelstv.com/2026/05/02/real-madrids-carvajal-suffers-toe-fracture/