On the eve of the Europa League final, Spanish defender Carvajal was interviewed by Radio Corbey, where he not only expressed his anticipation for the upcoming final, but also shared his strong desire for national teammate Rodney to join Real Madrid, as well as his views on the team's future development.
Talking about the semi-final between England and Holland, Carvajal confessed that he watched the match and recognized the strength of both teams. He believes that England is more powerful in terms of individual ability, but no matter who the opponent is, the final will be a tough battle. His words reveal a respect and caution for the game, but also a confidence that the Spanish team can handle any challenge.
Speaking about his comment that "no one remembers the losers", Carvajal explained that it was meant to motivate the team to go all out for the title. He admitted that even if Spain fails to win the title, fans will still be proud of the team's performance at the Euros. However, he prefers the team to win the final victory, so that this pride will become an eternal memory.
Regarding teammate Morata's attitude in the face of criticism, Carvajal said he understands and respects the way everyone deals with it. He revealed that there will be mutual encouragement within the team to help each other through difficult times. At the same time, he also expressed his appreciation for the growth of young players such as Yamal, believing that they are the team's hope for the future.
Speaking about the Real Madrid transfer rumors, Carvajal did not hide his love and anticipation for his national teammate Rodri. He bluntly stated that he has been persuading Rodri to join Real Madrid on a daily basis and believes that he would be a great addition to the team. He emphasized that Rodri is a Madrid native and his joining would fit perfectly into the team's culture and atmosphere.
In addition, Carvajal talked about the tough moments in his career and how he overcame them. He thanked the fans for their support and said that he is at his best right now and enjoying every moment on the pitch. He remains humble about the Ballon d'Or, saying that it is not a priority for him, but that he would be incredibly happy if he were lucky enough to win it.
Finally, Carvajal looked ahead to the upcoming Europa League final. He said that the whole team will go all out to compete for the title and win the honor for Spanish soccer again. At the same time, he also hopes to be able to create historic moments with his teammates again in the final.
