Dani Carvajal, the Real Madrid defender, has successfully undergone surgery to repair a tear in his anterior cruciate ligament and address postero-lateral instability in his right knee, according to an official statement from the club.

Reports had already indicated that the surgery was likely to take place on Thursday or Friday of this week, following the announcement by Real Madrid on Sunday confirming the severity of Carvajal's injury. The player himself took to social media on Saturday night to express the gravity of his situation, stating, "A serious cruciate ligament injury has been confirmed, I will have to undergo surgery and will be out of action for several months."

Carvajal sustained the injury during the closing moments of the match against Villarreal, which ended 2-0 in favor of Real Madrid. As he attempted to clear a ball in front of Yeremy Pino, his right leg became entangled with that of the opponent, causing him to fall awkwardly. After the unfortunate incident, Carvajal realized he lacked stability in his knee and had to be carried off the pitch in tears.

Injuries have always been a part of football, but the increasing rate of serious injuries has become a growing concern among players, management, and fans alike. With a rise in severe injury cases, it is crucial to implement measures to protect athletes and mitigate the risks associated with the sport.

The football community has rallied around Carvajal, who is expected to be sidelined for approximately a year due to this significant injury. Real Madrid has confirmed the diagnosis through an official announcement, and Carvajal will begin his recovery process in the coming days.