Lucas Vázquez is quietly living his final days as a Real Madrid player during the Club World Cup. The 34-year-old Galician made a brief 25-minute appearance in the tournament opener against Al-Hilal, coming on in the 65th minute to replace new signing Trent Alexander-Arnold. Since then, he hasn't featured in the matches against Pachuca, Salzburg, or Juventus.

Despite the limited minutes, Lucas has handled the situation with his trademark humility and professionalism—qualities that have defined his decade-long journey at Real Madrid. Originally a winger, he successfully reinvented himself as a right-back when injuries created an opening, particularly filling in for Dani Carvajal.

Over 10 seasons, Lucas has worn the white shirt 401 times, ranking 27th on the club's all-time appearance list. With 23 titles to his name—equal to club legends like Toni Kroos and Paco Gento—only five players have won more: Modric, Carvajal, Nacho, Marcelo, and Benzema. Modric, a close friend of Lucas, will also bid farewell to the club after the U.S. tour.

But beyond stats and silverware, Lucas's legacy lies in his unwavering attitude. A loyal servant, always ready to step in without complaint and take responsibility even when others hesitated. Fans fondly remember his calm during the penalty shootouts in Milan and Manchester—moments that paved the way to Champions League glory. Even his recent attempt in the Madrid derby shootout, though unsuccessful, showed his courage.

Alexander-Arnold's arrival signals a new era, but it doesn’t change Lucas's mindset. He remains available, positive, and committed until his final day. Those around him describe him as “irreplaceable, always ready, always upbeat.” Whether he gets more minutes in this tournament or not, Real Madrid will bid farewell with a tribute worthy of his career—a farewell to a man who will forever be, above all, just another Madridista.

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