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Alonso Praises Impressive Madrid Newcomer Alvaro Carreras

Alvaro Carreras (Real Madrid)
September 2025

Real Madrid boss Xabi Alonso hailed summer signing Alvaro Carreras as a “very complete” left-back after his excellent start since joining from Benfica. The 22-year-old has started all six matches this season without being substituted, impressing both defensively and in attack. Signed for €50m, Carreras’ composure and overlapping runs have boosted Madrid’s backline. Alonso praised his personality, tactical awareness, and technical quality, noting his impact exceeded expectations despite competition from Fran Garcia and Ferland Mendy for the starting spot.

Real Madrid Sign Alvaro Carreras from Benfica for £43m

Alvaro Carreras (Benfica > Real Madrid)
July 2025

Real Madrid have confirmed the signing of 21-year-old left-back Alvaro Carreras from Benfica for a reported £43m. He has signed a six-year contract and returns to Madrid after a stint at Manchester United.
United held a £15m buy-back clause valid until 2026 but opted not to activate it. Carreras joins Xabi Alonso’s squad after Madrid strengthened further with arrivals like Alexander-Arnold and Franco Mastantuono.

Madrid-Benfica Standoff Over Carreras Fee

Álvaro Carreras (Benfica)
June 2025

Real Madrid are unwilling to pay the full €50m release clause for Álvaro Carreras, whom they want before the Club World Cup.
Benfica remain firm on the price but are open to negotiating the payment terms. Madrid recently paid €50m for Dean Huijsen from Bournemouth.

Carreras Nearing Real Madrid Return for Club World Cup Push

Álvaro Carreras (Benfica)
Summer 2025, ahead of Club World Cup

Real Madrid are closing in on signing Álvaro Carreras from Benfica, aiming to include him in their squad for next month’s Club World Cup in the U.S.
Madrid are ready to activate the 22-year-old left-back’s €50m release clause. Carreras, a former Real academy product, is keen to return after leaving for Manchester United in 2020 and later joining Benfica.

Real Madrid Close in on Álvaro Carreras Signing

Álvaro Carreras (Benfica)
May 2025

Real Madrid are nearing a deal for Álvaro Carreras, with the former Manchester United defender set to join for €30m–€50m.
A clause allowing United to re-sign him for €20m expired in January. Madrid moved swiftly, identifying Carreras as a key target to reinforce the left-back position.

Real Madrid Land Dean Huijsen and Target Álvaro Carreras Before Club World Cup

Dean Huijsen (Bournemouth), Álvaro Carreras (Benfica)
Summer 2025, before the Club World Cup

Real Madrid have reached an agreement to sign Dean Huijsen from Bournemouth for £50m and are also finalizing a deal for Álvaro Carreras from Benfica for €60m. Huijsen has agreed to a five-year contract, while Carreras is set for six years.
Madrid triggered Huijsen’s release clause after quickly securing his commitment post-Barcelona loss. Attempts to include players were rejected by Bournemouth. Talks for Carreras accelerated due to his strong links with manager-in-waiting Xabi Alonso, who values the ex-United full-back highly.

Real Madrid Plot Creative Move to Sign Álvaro Carreras via Manchester United Buy-Back

Álvaro Carreras (Benfica)
May 2025 (Ongoing Transfer Discussions)

Real Madrid hope Manchester United activate Álvaro Carreras’ €18m buy-back clause from Benfica, allowing Madrid to then buy him for €30–35m—avoiding Benfica’s €60m asking price.
Carreras, who left United for Benfica in 2024 and has excelled in the Portuguese league and Champions League, is a former Real Madrid youth player. Madrid see a potential reunion but aim to bypass Benfica’s premium valuation.

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