Carvajal Discusses Spanish Super Cup Final and Future

10 January 2026at17:20

Real Madrid captain Dani Carvajal spoke to the media ahead of the highly anticipated Spanish Super Cup final against Barcelona in Jeddah.

Carvajal stated: “Tomorrow is an important day for us, we want to bring this title home.” He added regarding his personal ambition: “On a personal level, it’s also important for me to equal Luka Modric as the player with the most titles in the club’s history.”

Carvajal expressed his hope for Kylian Mbappé’s participation, who is suffering from a minor knee injury, saying: “Kylian is a very important player for us, he is the best striker in the world and we hope he will be on the pitch tomorrow because he can be decisive.”

In another context, he touched upon coach Xabi Alonso, affirming: “I see Xabi as calm, with clear ideas... but we will die for him.”

Carvajal also addressed his contract situation, with less than six months remaining, noting: “If the club and I agree, there will be no problem.” He recalled a complex past operation, which involved a serious injury and a new surgery where six or seven structures in his knee were adjusted.

Commenting on his semi-final clash with Atlético Madrid coach Diego Simeone, he said: “We simply have mutual respect. We both defend our club to the death.” He also gave his opinion on Lamine Yamal’s behavior, stating: “Lamine is young and I think he wasn’t entirely right in the days leading up to the Clásico.”

Q&A

What personal milestone is Dani Carvajal aiming for in the Spanish Super Cup final?

Dani Carvajal hopes to equal Luka Modric's record for the most titles won by a player in Real Madrid's history, highlighting the personal significance of the Spanish Super Cup final.

What did Dani Carvajal say about Kylian Mbappé's potential participation in the Super Cup final?

Carvajal expressed hope that Kylian Mbappé, currently dealing with a minor knee injury, would play in the final, emphasizing his importance as the 'best striker in the world' and a decisive player for Real Madrid.

What is Dani Carvajal's stance on his current Real Madrid contract situation?

With less than six months remaining on his contract, Carvajal indicated that an extension would not be an issue if both he and the club reach an agreement, recalling past complex injury recoveries.