Dani Carvajal has signed with Getafe on a free transfer, the club confirmed on Tuesday. The 34‑year‑old right‑back, who departed Real Madrid in May, will stay with the Madrid side until the end of the current LaLiga campaign. Getafe, who sit 14th in the league table, have secured the signing after a period of speculation that the former Spain international would join the club.
Carvajal, a product of Real Madrid’s youth academy, spent only one season away from the Bernabéu, playing for Bayer Leverkusen during the 2012‑13 campaign. His career at Madrid was decorated, with 27 trophies to his name, including six Champions League titles. In addition to his club success, he has represented Spain at international level, winning the Euro 2024 championship.
Getafe president Angel Torres confirmed that the club had been working on a deal with the player in recent weeks. “We have been in talks with Carvajal and his representatives, and we are pleased to welcome him to the club,” Torres said. The defender’s arrival is expected to add experience and depth to a squad that has struggled for consistency this season.
Carvajal’s contract runs until the conclusion of the 2025‑26 season, giving Getafe a seasoned professional who can contribute immediately. The club’s current position in the league suggests that the addition of a player of Carvajal’s pedigree could help them avoid relegation and push for a higher finish.
With the transfer completed, Getafe will look to integrate Carvajal into their defensive setup ahead of the final stretch of the campaign. The club’s next fixtures will test the new signing’s ability to adapt quickly, as they aim to secure safety and improve their standing in LaLiga.