Real Madrid Confidencial Benfica sends an unexpected warning to Real Madrid, the negotiation could explode
Álvaro Carreras's signing for Real Madrid appears to have become complicated in the last few hours
One of the signings that just a few days ago was considered finalized in Real Madrid's circle has become complicated. This is Álvaro Carreras, a left-back for whom SL Benfica doesn't want to negotiate unless the full amount of his release clause is paid. Meanwhile, the white team wouldn't be willing to pay the €50 million requested from Lisbon.
This has caused Álvaro Carreras's signing to be at a standstill for now. In fact, several media outlets state that Manchester United may be starting to get involved in the operation.
Álvaro Carreras's image that hasn't pleased madridists
The Portuguese club has sent a clear message to Real Madrid by giving Álvaro Carreras a more prominent role. The Spanish left-back appears as one of the main figures in the promotional spot launched by Adidas to present SL Benfica's new kits.
A jersey that Álvaro Carreras could wear at the next Club World Cup, the real point of friction between Real Madrid and Benfica. Both teams will compete in that tournament starting next week, which makes the signing a strategic operation.
The deadlines to finalize Álvaro Carreras's transfer have been extended as the days have gone by. Initially, it was desired that the operation would be completed after the Cup final, which marked the end of the season for Benfica. However, since then, the dates have been postponed up to today.
Álvaro Carreras wants to come to Real Madrid, but...
As of today, although Real Madrid has already put an offer on the table and claims to have the player's approval, there isn't a finalized agreement yet. SL Benfica, in the usual line of Portuguese clubs, keeps a firm stance in negotiations.
An element that the white club has tried to use to its advantage in the operation is the figure of Ginés Carvajal, the player's agent. In addition, Ginés also represents several Real Madrid footballers such as Fran García and Dani Carvajal, so he keeps a good relationship.
Meanwhile, Benfica keeps asking for the 50 "kilos" (€50 million), an amount that Real Madrid isn't willing to pay. That's why Álvaro Carreras's signing is becoming complicated ahead of the Club World Cup.
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