Álvaro Carreras wins over Madridists in his first interview: 'Idol'

Álvaro Carreras, as of today, is Real Madrid's latest signing. The left-back cost about 50 million euros, and the reality is that the price has caused some controversy among fans. However, the club emphasizes that it's a necessary move, since Ferland Mendy won't be available until November.

The former Benfica player returns to what was his home until the cadet category. There, he decided to leave the white club, but he did so with the goal of coming back to the organization and fulfilling every youth player's dream: having a spot on the first team.

Now, he faces the most important challenge of his sports career. During his presentation, he looked truly moved, and it's no wonder. In the executive offices at Chamartín, they're confident that he's going to deliver great performances and will do well under Xabi Alonso's orders.

According to our colleagues at Defensa Central, important voices at Real Madrid stress that he's another Madridist. An example of this is his response in his first interview as a player for the white club.

"My idol? I arrived here during Marcelo's era, and he's been a role model for me. Roberto Carlos as well, but especially Marcelo," he pointed out. The truth is that with these statements, he couldn't represent the fans any better.

He's going to give everything

It's clear that his arrival isn't that of a superstar or a footballer who's going to sell a lot of jerseys. Nevertheless, the important thing is that there's no doubt he's going to give everything and bring out the best in himself in every match. This is what the directors and the fan base like.

He has signed for five seasons and is still young, so he has a long career ahead of him. His competitor for a spot will be Fran García, and the reality is that the left flank is well reinforced. Given the situation, three players for that position are not too many at all.