[Real Madrid](https://www.managingmadrid.com) right-back Dani Carvajal spoke to the media on Monday, ahead of the team’s game against [Juventus](https://www.blackwhitereadallover.com), as he ups his return from injury after being sidelined since October 2024. Speaking about his new role returning to the team after a long-term knee issue, he spoke about his openness to be flexible in the new system.
“We’re seeing a lot of changes with Xabi, like Tchouameni playing between the centre-backs,” he explained. “I have no problem playing wherever Xabi wants me to play, even if it’s in goal.”
### **Carvajal on his fitness**
“After 9 months, I’m now ready to play again. I’m available. I feel very well, already in the rhythm of training with the group. Let’s see if I can be in the squad list tomorrow.”
### **Carvajal on his recovery**
“Until it happens to you, you don’t realise how much it impacts you. It hit me at a more mature stage of my career. Thanks to my family and kids, I found relief. I faced it from day one, step by step.”
### **Carvajal on if he’s worried about returning to action**
“I know myself and if they let me out on the field, I will go at 100% and I will not be afraid to put my leg in.”
### **Carvajal on Gonzalo García**
“Of course if we have a striker with a lot of experience it would be a big help. Last season we lacked somebody in that role, but I have to say, Gonzalo García looks great. If Xabi wants him to play that role, then I expect him to help us succeed.”
### **Carvajal on Trent Alexander-Arnold’s arrival**
“In every team there are signings, I take it as a personal challenge, I love to compete, that healthy competition makes the team better.”
### **Carvajal on Xabi Alonso’s change from teammate to coach**
“His idea of the game, his way of being, of transmitting his ideas, is similar to what he was like as a player.”