Real Madrid defender Dani Carvajal could miss more than two months after the La Liga leaders said on Monday he needed further knee surgery.

Real Madrid defender Dani Carvajal is set to miss around a month after the club diagnosed him with a calf injury on Sunday, making him a doubt for the Clasico in October.

Both Rodri and Dani Carvajal returned to action for their clubs at the Club World Cup after being absent with long-term knee injuries.

Fede Valverde and Vinicius Junior strikes helped Real Madrid bounce back from their first defeat since January with a 2-0 win over Villarreal on Saturday in La Liga

After going down 1-0, Real Madrid roared back to a 4-1 win courtesy of goals from Dani Carvajal, Rodrygo, Vinicius Jr and Kylian Mbappe.

"If by 2030 things don't improve, I think we have to move the location because if a player doesn't feel comfortable and safe playing in a country where they can suffer racism, it's a bit difficult," Vinicius said.

Euro 2024 Quarterfinal, Spain vs Germany Highlights: Spain win 2-1 against Germany in extra time to reach Euro 2024 semifinals.

Spain vs Germany Live Streaming Euro 2024 Quarter Final Live Telecast: When And Where To Watch: Toni Kroos faces Real Madrid teammates.

Spain made a dream start to Euro 2024 as Alvaro Morata scored in a statement 3-0 victory over Croatia in Berlin on Saturday, with Lamine Yamal becoming the youngest player in the competition's history.

Turkish teenager Arda Guler's strike helped Real Madrid close in on the Spanish title with a 1-0 win at Real Sociedad on Friday, moving 14 points clear at the top of La Liga.