Real Madrids Carvajal Fractures Toe in Training

Real Madrid defender Dani Carvajal sustained a fracture in the distal phalanx of the fifth toe on his right foot during training on Friday, the club announced Saturday, potentially sidelining the 34-year-old for the remainder of the La Liga season and jeopardizing his World Cup hopes with Spain.

The injury occurred ahead of Real Madrid's match against Espanyol on Sunday. Medical tests confirmed the diagnosis, with the club stating, "After the tests carried out on our player Dani Carvajal by the Real Madrid Medical Services, he has been diagnosed with a fracture of the distal phalanx of the fifth toe on his right foot. Pending evolution." Spanish media reported an expected recovery of two to four weeks, which would rule Carvajal out of key fixtures including next week's Clasico against Barcelona, a home game versus Real Oviedo on May 14, and a trip to Sevilla. He might return only for the season finale against Athletic Club at Santiago Bernabeu.

Carvajal has appeared in just 20 matches across all competitions this season, with 14 in La Liga, one in the Copa del Rey, and five in the Champions League. His role diminished following the arrival of Trent Alexander-Arnold, who has...