Dani Carvajal in talks over surprise move to Getafe after Real Madrid departure

Former Real Madrid captain Dani Carvajal is close to joining Getafe, with the Spain full-back having been a free agent since leaving the Madrid club.

The proposed move could provide Getafe with a major addition ahead of the new season. According to Spanish newspaper AS, the club has been searching for free agents to strengthen its squad and has identified Carvajal as an attractive opportunity.

Getafe’s interest is understood to be shared by the player, who is open to taking on the challenge. The club’s location is one of the factors drawing Carvajal to the possible move, as it would allow him to remain in Madrid and maintain much of his existing daily routine.

Carvajal is also said to be impressed by Getafe’s sporting project and interested in working with manager Jose Bordalas. The manager has played a direct part in the negotiations, contacting Carvajal personally to outline the role he could have within the team.

That approach has been appreciated by Carvajal and could prove significant as he considers his next career move. Discussions between the two sides are progressing positively, with optimism that an agreement can be reached in the coming days.

However, the deal remains dependent on Getafe resolving a financial issue linked to La Liga’s salary cap. The club must agree a suitable arrangement with the league to create the necessary financial room to register Carvajal.

Getafe’s board is currently working on several possible solutions to overcome the restriction. If the club succeeds in creating the required space, Carvajal could become a Getafe player in the coming days.

The first step taken by Bordalas has so far produced encouraging results, leaving Getafe hopeful of completing a move that would keep the experienced defender in the Madrid area.