Dani Carvajal is a leading figure in modern full back play and a focal point for collectors of match-worn and signed memorabilia on Walkouts. Born on 11 January 1992, he progressed through the Real Madrid academy to become a first-team regular and the club's captain, known for his energy, defensive intelligence and delivery from the right flank.
Carvajal's formative years were spent inside Real Madrid's system, rising to the reserve side, Real Madrid Castilla, before a single season abroad that proved decisive. In July 2012 he moved to Bayer Leverkusen where his performances across the 2012-13 Bundesliga campaign earned him widespread recognition and triggered Real Madrid's buy-back the following summer. On 3 June 2013 he returned to the first team, and made his La Liga debut on 18 August 2013, quickly establishing himself in both domestic and European competition.
The years that followed saw Carvajal become a cornerstone of a trophy-laden Real Madrid side. He has collected a remarkable haul of honours, including 26 major trophies with the club, among them four La Liga titles, two Copa del Rey wins and a joint record of six UEFA Champions League triumphs. A standout moment for collectors and fans arrived in the 2024 Champions League final, when he scored with a header on 1 June 2024 to help secure a 2-0 victory over Borussia Dortmund, an event that now anchors many match-related collectibles.
Internationally Carvajal enjoyed success at youth level, winning the 2011 UEFA European Under-19 Championship and the 2013 UEFA European Under-21 Championship, before making his senior debut in 2014. He played in the FIFA World Cup tournaments of 2018 and 2022, and was part of Spain's squad that won the UEFA European Championship in 2024. He also converted the decisive panenka penalty to clinch the 2023 UEFA Nations League title for Spain. His first senior international goal arrived on 15 June 2024 in Spain's opening match at the European Championship.
Carvajal's career has also featured significant setbacks, notably a serious right knee injury sustained on 5 October 2024, which ended his season. The club reaffirmed its faith in him by extending his contract until 2026 the following day. Such milestone dates and medical records are important for provenance when cataloguing match-worn shirts, signed items or authenticated autographs.
For collectors, Carvajal's long association with Real Madrid and key interventions on major finals add provenance and narrative to every piece of memorabilia. Signed shirts from Champions League nights, authenticated match-worn items and numbered autographs all carry more meaning when linked to specific matches and dates, and documented provenance is central to that value. Items tied to finals, tournament victories and landmark goals are particularly sought after.
Viewed as one of the best right-backs of his generation, Carvajal's blend of leadership, consistency and memorable moments will maintain demand among supporters and collectors. Walkouts lists authenticated memorabilia with supporting documentation where available, helping connect fans to those milestone moments in his career and ensuring a clear provenance for signed shirts and other collector pieces.
