Three men standing in a football stadium with serious and focused expressions — Fabrizio Romano reveals the intention Xabi Alonso had with Carreras | Real Madrid Confidencial

Camara — Fabrizio Romano reveals the intention Xabi Alonso had with Carreras | Real Madrid Confidencial

Fabrizio Romano reveals it: Xabi Alonso almost ruined Carreras's signing

Pending official confirmation, Álvaro Carreras will be a new Real Madrid footballer

29/05/2025 20:15:00h

Sergio Iglesias

Real Madrid is about to finalize the signing of Álvaro Carreras, who will leave Benfica to return to what was once his home. The Portuguese club will receive close to €50 million. This operation represents the big bet by the white team to strengthen the left-back position with a player who didn't hesitate to choose Madrid.

Many know that Xabi Alonso is a great admirer of the footballer. The former Leverkusen coach is convinced that Álvaro Carreras fits perfectly into his playing philosophy and that he has great room for improvement. For this reason, the confirmation of this signing is excellent news for the club, which needed to strengthen the left flank.

Xabi Alonso was able to sign Álvaro Carreras for Bayer 04

Fabrizio Romano, on his YouTube channel, recently commented on the coach's interest in the Spanish player. "Xabi Alonso already had Álvaro Carreras on his list when he was coaching Leverkusen. Now he has the opportunity to bring him to Real Madrid", he explained.

Man in a dark suit sitting in front of a microphone at a press conference with a background of sports logos

Xabi Alonso wanted to secure Carreras's services in the past | Real Madrid Confidencial

Now, the signing of Álvaro Carreras by Real Madrid is much closer to being finalized than it appears. Although most journalists point out that there are still details to be solved, the reality is that negotiations are advanced and shouldn't be delayed too much.

The piece Real Madrid needed for the left flank

Álvaro Carreras is emerging as the key reinforcement for Real Madrid's defense, especially at left-back, a priority position. With Mendy's injury, the only player available on that side is Fran García, so having Carreras is essential.

If Real Madrid makes the payment before the deadline, Carreras will be able to join the team in the United States. Otherwise, he would have to play the Club World Cup with SL Benfica. After that date, the release clause could be renegotiated, although the club's intention is to finalize the operation in the coming days.

Soccer player in red and white uniform in action during a match.

Álvaro Carreras will be a new player for Real Madrid | Getty Images

However, at Real Madrid they want Álvaro Carreras to become a new white player in the coming days. Florentino Pérez wants to solve the left-back issue as soon as possible.

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