Dani Carvajal remains a free agent as of 17 September 2026, with no club yet confirmed as his next destination. The veteran right-back left Real Madrid in the summer after 15 years at the club, and he has not signed with a new team since. This update brings supporters up to date on where his search for a club currently stands.
Updated Situation: Dani Carvajal Free Agency
Carvajal’s exit from the Santiago Bernabéu was confirmed as a mutual decision. Real Madrid and the defender agreed not to renew his contract, bringing an end to a long and decorated spell in the first team.
Since then, no announcement has followed regarding his next club. He continues to train and search for a new deal as an unattached free agent, with interest from more than one club but nothing signed.
Departure From Real Madrid and Squad Shirt Changes
Carvajal’s departure closed a chapter that began when he broke into the Real Madrid first team over a decade ago. His exit left the club’s iconic No 2 shirt available for the new campaign.
According to Bernabéu Digital, citing Diario AS, Raúl Asencio has now taken that number as a tribute to Carvajal. It is a gesture that reflects the respect the former captain still commands inside the dressing room, even after his time at the club came to an end.
Inter Milan and Al Nassr Pursuing Free Agent Deal
Two clubs have emerged as the front-runners for Carvajal’s signature. According to Bernabéu Digital, citing MARCA, Inter Milan and Al Nassr are the sides that have come closest to agreeing a deal with the free agent.
The Saudi Pro League connection is not entirely new. Bernabéu Digital reports that Joselu, Carvajal’s brother-in-law, previously joined Al Nassr, a link that has fuelled talk of the defender following a similar path.
Neither Inter Milan nor Al Nassr has been confirmed as having reached an agreement, and both interests remain at the reported stage rather than the confirmed stage.
Which Club Will Dani Carvajal Sign For?
No club has been confirmed for Dani Carvajal, and he remains a free agent with no contract signed anywhere. Inter Milan and Al Nassr are the two sides reported to be closest to a deal, according to Bernabéu Digital, citing MARCA, but neither has been finalised.
Supporters searching for a definitive answer on his next destination should treat both names as the leading candidates rather than confirmed landing spots. Until an official announcement arrives from Carvajal, Inter Milan or Al Nassr, his situation stays open.
What Happens Next
While Carvajal weighs his options, Real Madrid have already moved to strengthen the right-back position he once occupied. The club signed Denzel Dumfries from Inter Milan during the transfer window, adding him alongside Trent Alexander-Arnold under manager Jose Mourinho.
That reinforcement gives Los Blancos two senior options at right-back for the new season, easing the impact of Carvajal’s exit on the squad. For the full background on his exit and the interest building around him, read the original report on Dani Carvajal’s free agency.
Read Real Madrid will continue to track the situation and update supporters as soon as any club reaches a formal agreement with the former captain.
