During the meeting between Real Madrid and Betis in La Liga, a sequence captured by the cameras of Movistar+ quickly sparked a reaction. As reported the Cadena CopeDani Carvajal, who remained on the bench, let his annoyance show at the attitude of Trent Alexander-Arnold. After a loss of the ball by the English international, considered too passive in his defensive withdrawal, the Madrid captain mimed a movement in slow motion, an explicit gesture which reflected his incomprehension and frustration at the lack of intensity of his teammate…
This scene occurs in a more global context of tensions around Carvajal. Indeed, the Spanish full-back is seriously lacking in playing time, which could weigh on the prospect of the 2026 World Cup for him. Despite Arbeloa’s words, some internal comments suggest a more distant relationship with his trainer. Several Spanish observers point out in particular a treatment considered to be of little value for a player with such an important status in the Madrid locker room. A new controversy which should not bring the locker room together.
