Real Madrid Appoints New Captain After Carvajal's Departure

Real Madrid Appoints New Captain After Carvajal's Departure

Tuesday 19-05-2026
Spanish press reports stated that Real Madrid has informed midfielder Federico Valverde that he will be the team captain next season, following Dani Carvajal's departure from the club this summer.

According to the source, Real Madrid's management informed Valverde of the news on the same day he was told about the penalty related to the incidents following his altercation with Aurélien Tchouaméni, in what was described as a surprising move in terms of timing.

Reports indicate that Valverde's selection is part of the club's plan to grant him a larger leadership role within the team in the upcoming phase, given his technical stature and influence in the locker room.

It is noted that the selection of Real Madrid's captains is based on the principle of seniority, with Vinicius Junior coming in second, Thibaut Courtois third, and Andriy Lunin fourth.
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