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La Liga icon drops bombshell on Carvajal-Arbeloa conflict: ‘This is all about bad blood’
The internal situation at Real Madrid continues to attract attention, with growing focus on the strained relationship between Dani Carvajal and Alvaro Arbeloa.
What initially appeared to be a sporting decision has now evolved into a deeper issue, and former goalkeeper Santiago Canizares has offered a strong and direct explanation.
Tensions between the experienced defender and the current manager have reportedly been present since the early days of Arbeloa’s tenure.
Carvajal, now one of the senior figures in the squad, is believed to feel sidelined and unfairly treated, particularly at a stage in his career where every appearance matters.
The situation carries even greater weight due to its potential impact on international ambitions.
With the FIFA World Cup approaching, the 34-year-old is eager to remain in contention for the Spain squad.
However, limited opportunities at club level could seriously damage his chances of selection.
Speaking on the radio programme El Partidazo de COPE, Canizares shared his perspective on what might be driving the conflict.
The conflict stems from a deeper issue of bad blood that has reportedly existed since Arbeloa became manager.
Santiago Canizares is a former Real Madrid goalkeeper who commented that the tensions between Carvajal and Arbeloa go beyond sporting decisions.
The strained relationship is attracting significant attention and may impact team dynamics and performance.

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Carvajal is not happy with Arbeloa’s treatment. (Photo by Denis Doyle/Getty Images)
He pointed towards unresolved history between the two as a key factor behind the ongoing tension.
“This is all about bad blood. Carvajal was the one who forced Arbeloa out, and there’s jealousy.
“When someone is taken off a team where they have performed well and won titles, and another player comes in – the one who replaces them – the player who’s been replaced always sees it as unfair and doesn’t like the situation.
“And they hold onto that. ‘Who replaced me? Carvajal.’ That’s my theory, and that’s how I explain it,” he said.
He further expanded on his view, arguing that Carvajal’s status at the club should have earned him more trust and opportunities under Arbeloa.
“This is what is happening at Real Madrid. Carvajal, given his stature, deserved the chance to show what he was capable of, and Arbeloa didn’t let him.
“He didn’t let him and speaks about him like that because he was the one who benched him.
‘For me, there is absolutely no doubt. It’s as plain as day,” he concluded.