Story byOnce untouchable now questioned as Real Madrid midfielder’s decline continuesMadrid UniversalTue, January 20, 2026 at 11:48 AM UTC·2 min readEduardo Camavinga’s current situation at Real Madrid is becoming increasingly difficult to ignore. Once spoken about as a cornerstone of the club’s future midfield, someone who can be the leader in the post-Modric-Kroos era, the Frenchman now finds himself in a far less secure position. AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementWhat was meant to be a season of consolidation has instead turned into a worrying slide, one that has left supporters questioning his role and influence. After struggling to find rhythm for much of the campaign, Camavinga was handed a starting role against Levante. It was seen as an opportunity to reset, to show authority and remind everyone of his qualities. Instead, the first half quickly turned into a nightmare. He looked overwhelmed, short on ideas, and disconnected from the tempo of the match. Understandably, his performance raised serious concerns. A disgruntled performanceThe lack of impact was so evident that Alvaro Arbeloa did not hesitate to act. AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementCamavinga was substituted at half-time, with Arda Guler introduced in his place.
