Carvajal reaches agreement with Getafe and stays in Madrid

The 34‑year‑old right‑back Daniel Carvajal, whose contract with Real Madrid expired at the end of June, has reportedly reached a verbal agreement with FC Getafe, according to Spanish media. The medical test has already been passed, but the official LaLiga approval is still pending – a Madrid agreement that would keep the player in the Spanish capital.

Financial framework

At Real, Carvajal earned up to ten million euros per year, an amount that Getafe cannot offer according to the league budget. LaLiga's salary cap for the season is 56.7 million euros for all players, reserves and coaches, while Getafe's annual report lists 41.4 million euros for sporting salaries and an additional five point two million euros for the non‑sport sector.

Carvajal's current market value is four million euros, making him one of the most valuable free right‑backs worldwide. Despite a recent downgrade, he remains at this position after the market‑value update for club‑less professionals on Tuesday afternoon.

During his time at Real, Carvajal featured in 451 matches, scored 14 goals and provided 66 assists. He collected 27 titles, including six Champions League victories, and earned 52 caps for Spain, including the Euro 2024 triumph, but was not selected for the 2026 World Cup squad.

Getafe chase Real Madrid veteran Carvajal as LaLiga approval looms

Getafe squad and deployment options

Getafe is prepared to register Carvajal as the most experienced player in the squad, although he will likely only be eligible for the Conference‑League after the league phase is completed. On the right flank, coach José Bordalás can currently rely on loan player Andrés García (23) from Aston Villa and veteran Kiko Femenía (35); in addition, Orel Mangala (28) and Borja Mayoral (29) are part of the team.

The final LaLiga approval remains the last hurdle; without it, the transfer cannot be completed.

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Advanced talks between Daniel Carvajal and Getafe make his Madrid stay possible

Thus Carvajal remains in Madrid, brings his experience to Getafe and strengthens their defence, while Real Madrid start the next season without him.