Real Madrid’s four captains for next season following Dani Carvajal departure
Real Madrid is undergoing a leadership transition with the departure of Dani Carvajal. Federico Valverde is expected to become the first captain next season, followed by Vinicius Jr., Thibaut Courtois, and Andriy Lunin. This change comes after a challenging season for Valverde, marked by controversies within the team.
- ▪Dani Carvajal's departure has prompted a restructuring of Real Madrid's captaincy hierarchy.
- ▪Federico Valverde is set to become the first captain next season according to the seniority system.
- ▪Valverde's leadership role is notable given the controversies he faced during the past season.
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