Real Madrid is already getting ready for the new season. While the first team trains hard in Valdebebas, La Fábrica, its famous youth academy, is also moving forward strongly.
Amid this movement, there's a name that's started to make waves. It's not a star signing, but a young gem who could become a major talking point in the future.
Álvaro Carreras returns to Real Madrid: a full-back with potential
Real Madrid has completed the signing of Álvaro Carreras, a 22-year-old left-back, for a fee close to €50 million. The Galician returns to the club that developed him after his experiences at Manchester United and Benfica.
Carreras stands out for his great ability to join the attack, his precise crosses, and an excellent reading of the game. In addition, his versatility allows him to adapt to different tactical systems, which makes him a solid option for coach Xabi Alonso.
However, Castilla already has a player who's showing promise and could provide strong competition in that position.
From Brazil to Madrid: a promising path
Emanuel Benjamín was born in 2007 in Blumenau, Brazil. From a young age, he showed talent in futsal, a very popular sport in his country. At 11, he moved with his family to Madrid, an important change that marked the beginning of his career in Spain. His development included several clubs such as Getafe, Rayo Vallecano, and Complutense Alcalá, until he arrived at Real Madrid in 2022, where he has continued to grow.
This young right-back isn't an ordinary player; he's ambidextrous, which means he can use both feet well. He also stands out for being fast, strong in defense, and very incisive in attack. His tactical versatility allows him to adapt to different situations, and he's able to play confidently in both phases of the game.
The comparison with Marcelo: a burden or an honor?
Marcelo Vieira is a Real Madrid legend, with 25 titles and a unique playing style. Emanuel not only admires him, but also seems to be following in his footsteps. However, while Marcelo excelled as a left-back, Emanuel does so on the right, bringing freshness and a different profile to the Merengue defense.
Training with the first team under Carlo Ancelotti last year was a clear sign that the club has big plans for him. In addition, international media such as "The Guardian" have included him in the list of the 60 best young talents in the world.