Real Madrid have started a new era with Xabi Alonso on the bench. With the arrival of a young and ambitious coach, the white club seeks to renew several positions. The left wing is under the spotlight.
Álvaro Carreras, the chosen one to revolutionize the left back
The Merengue club has already taken steps to finalize the signing of Álvaro Carreras, a young left back who shines at Benfica. According to journalist Fabrizio Romano, Real Madrid have submitted a formal offer to the Lisbon team.
Álvaro Carreras is under contract with Benfica until 2029, and the release clause that Madrid must pay is around €50M. However, from Bernabéu, they seek to lower that price through smart formulas. They are considering reducing the fixed fee to include bonuses or offering priority in future signings from "La Fábrica," as happened with Dean Huijsen.
The club already has an agreement with the footballer. Now they need to convince Benfica and finalize the transfer. This operation represents a major financial commitment, but Madrid trust Carreras's quality and potential.
Fran García, on the tightrope
Álvaro Carreras's arrival at Real Madrid means that Fran García, the current left back, will see his opportunities greatly reduced. Although he has been key under Carlo Ancelotti, the player's future is in jeopardy.
Xabi Alonso wants a different profile for his team. Álvaro Carreras is younger, with greater offensive ability and long-term potential. This could leave Fran García as a second option or even force his departure in the summer.
The white club will have to decide what to do with Fran, who, despite his good performance, doesn't seem to fit into the new project. His continuity is in doubt, and his situation becomes more complicated with direct competition.
Real Madrid move forward in their renewal
After signing Dean Huijsen for €60M for the defense, Madrid continue to strengthen their squad with young talents. The commitment to Carreras is clear.
Florentino Pérez and the sporting management want to build a competitive team with generational replacement. The renewal depends on high-level signings that also serve to excite the fans.
The left back was an area to strengthen, and the club seems determined to spend to do so. The €50M ($54M) investment shows Real Madrid's ambition and the trust they have in Álvaro Carreras.