Real Madrid legend Dani Carvajal recently acknowledged the challenges his team is facing in finding a balance between star forwards Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Jr. in their attacking lineup. Mbappe, who joined Real Madrid from Paris Saint-Germain this summer, made an impactful debut by scoring against Atalanta in the UEFA Super Cup but then experienced a goal drought in La Liga before breaking it with a brace against Real Betis.
Carvajal highlighted the issue of both Mbappe and Vinicius Jr. preferring to operate on the left wing, causing some initial difficulties in their partnership. However, he expressed confidence that they will eventually develop a better understanding and achieve the desired balance in their play.
Real Madrid's overall goal-scoring struggles have contributed to their current position behind FC Barcelona in the league standings. Carvajal, a seasoned player with multiple titles to his name, remains unfazed by the early-season challenges, emphasizing that the competition is a long-distance race and predicting that all teams will drop points as the season progresses.
Despite his individual success and recognition on the Ballon d'Or shortlist, Carvajal's future at Real Madrid remains uncertain due to his contract expiring in 2025. He expressed his desire to extend his stay at the club if all parties agree, emphasizing his loyalty to Real Madrid and ruling out playing for another European club out of respect.
If Carvajal does not secure a contract extension, potential destinations for the veteran defender could include the United States or Saudi Arabia, with retirement in the Spanish capital also being a possibility.
As the season unfolds, Real Madrid fans will be closely watching Carvajal's performances on the field and eagerly awaiting updates on his future with the club.
