Álvaro Carreras Set to Join Real Madrid as Deal Nears Completion

Álvaro Carreras is almost a Real Madrid player, with the announcement expected this week. The 22-year-old left-back has traveled to Madrid, moving closer to one of the summer’s big transfers.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Real Madrid and Álvaro Carreras have agreed on terms after talks with Benfica. Carreras is set for a five-year contract, with Madrid paying close to his €50 million release clause. Carreras is already in Spain, waiting for the official announcement, which could happen soon. Madrid want Carreras for the La Liga opener, after the Club World Cup where both clubs have played. Carreras is excited about the move and thanked Benfica for his development.

According to a previous report, Álvaro Carreras has agreed on a five-year contract with Real Madrid.

WHY THIS TRANSFER MATTERS

Real Madrid struggled at left-back last season, with Ferland Mendy inconsistent. Carreras impressed with four goals and five assists in 49 games, including strong Champions League play. At 22, Carreras is seen as one of Europe’s best young full-backs. He joins recent signings to strengthen Real’s defense under new manager Xabi Alonso. Madrid are looking to improve defensively for domestic and global competitions.

A recent report confirmed that Álvaro Carreras recorded four goals and five assists in 49 matches for Benfica last season.

WHAT’S NEXT FOR CARRERAS AND REAL MADRID?

Carreras’ unveiling is coming this week, as Real Madrid enter a key period. The club finished second in La Liga, eight points behind Barcelona, and are looking to rebound under Alonso. Carreras is expected to compete for the starting left-back spot right away as the club aims to close the gap with Barcelona and seek success globally.

Real Madrid finished second in La Liga last season, according to a recent report.