Real Madrid Confidencial A Barça journalist reveals the truth about Lamine Yamal and Real Madrid: 'I wouldn't be surprised...'
The statements with which a well-known journalist has linked Real Madrid's latest signing to Lamine Yamal
Álvaro Carreras is, in a completely official manner, a new Real Madrid player. After intense weeks of negotiation, Benfica agreed to the sale of the left-back. This operation led journalist David Sánchez to express his opinion on the matter: "I wouldn't be surprised if they'd noticed those matches," were his words.
Speaking about the Champions League matches between Benfica and Barcelona, David praised Carreras's defensive abilities. "Lamine Yamal hasn't struggled this much with any defender this season as he has with Álvaro Carreras." With these words, David has made it clear that Carreras's signing for Real Madrid is key.
The young full-back completely neutralized Yamal, who has received several compliments from Barça fans. This is clear proof that, despite Yamal's supposed high level, the reality is that the player isn't that impressive.
A great signing for Real Madrid
From 2017 to 2020, Álvaro Carreras trained in Real Madrid's youth academy, moving from the Youth Base to Juvenil C. While his talent was already noticeable, the full-back ended up leaving to keep progressing in his career. This decision took him to Benfica last summer, where he quickly earned a starting spot due to the high level he showed.
Fast, with great ball control and commitment to pressing the opponent, Carreras has outstanding defensive qualities. As David Sánchez mentioned, putting Nuno Mendes aside, Carreras was one of the few who managed to defend against Yamal.
This feat was highlighted by the journalist as one of the possible reasons for Carreras's return to Real Madrid. Needing to renew its defense with young players of great potential, Carreras was the ideal option to improve the left flank.
The wall against Yamal
Having been part of the club in the past, Carreras won't need much time to adapt before he starts performing. At 22 years old, Álvaro Carreras is ready to start this new stage and, once again, completely block Lamine Yamal.
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