Dani Carvajal offered to Liverpool and Manchester City as Fulham lead race for Real Madrid legend

Dani Carvajal has been offered to Liverpool and Manchester City by intermediaries exploring a possible move to the Premier League, with Fulham also making a serious push to sign the former Real Madrid full-back on a free transfer.

The 34-year-old Spain international has been without a club throughout the current summer after leaving Real Madrid, bringing an end to a 13-year spell with the club following his return from Bayer Leverkusen in 2013.

Carvajal’s departure concluded an outstanding career at the Santiago Bernabeu. He won 26 major trophies with Real Madrid, including six Champions League titles, and established himself as one of the finest right-backs of his generation as well as a key figure for Spain.

According to British website TEAMtalk, intermediaries have approached Liverpool and Manchester City to discuss the possibility of Carvajal joining either club as a free agent. Fulham have also become heavily involved in negotiations as they consider whether to secure one of the most experienced defenders currently available.

Fulham’s interest is understood to be the most advanced at this stage. A move to Craven Cottage would reunite Carvajal with Alvaro Arbeloa, his former Real Madrid team-mate and coach, who is now in charge of the London club.

Arbeloa knows Carvajal well from their time together in Madrid, a relationship that could give Fulham an advantage as the player considers his next step. The potential reunion is regarded as one of the main factors strengthening the club’s position in the discussions.

Carvajal has held talks with several Spanish clubs since becoming a free agent. There has also been interest from Major League Soccer, the Saudi Pro League and other European clubs.

However, the defender is keen to continue playing at the highest level rather than simply bring his career to an end. He is therefore assessing his options carefully and is looking for the right sporting opportunity.

His availability without a transfer fee has made him an attractive proposition for clubs seeking experience and leadership without a significant financial outlay. That has encouraged intermediaries to present his name to both Liverpool and Manchester City, who could each consider strengthening the full-back position with a player of proven quality.

TEAMtalk sources say Liverpool and Manchester City are seriously considering the proposal, although neither club has made a formal commitment to the deal. The fact Carvajal has been presented to both sides underlines the level of interest in a player with his record and reputation.

There remains strong interest from outside England, meaning Carvajal has several possible destinations before he makes a final decision. Discussions are expected to continue as the former Real Madrid defender weighs the opportunity to remain at the top level against the prospect of beginning a new chapter in the Premier League.

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