An older man with glasses and a suit appears in the foreground, while in the background a group of Bayer 04 players is seen celebrating on the field. — Florentino Pérez is clear about his "Plan B" | Real Madrid Confidencial

Camara — Florentino Pérez is clear about his "Plan B" | Real Madrid Confidencial

Real Madrid advances in plan B for Carreras and there might be a surprise, well underway.

Madrid has a plan B for Carreras's operation and it could be a surprise signing after all

16/05/2025 20:15:00h

Didac Aguirre

Real Madrid's transfer market for this very season will be a true spectacle, seeing the changes the club will make. In this regard, it seems that the left-back option remains one of the great unknowns, with Álvaro Carreras as the favorite. However, to avoid any kind of surprise, the white team is already considering a plan B if necessary.

It would involve the arrival, along with Xabi Alonso, of the Spanish left-back Alejandro Grimaldo from Bayer Leverkusen. With experience in the team of the San Sebastian coach, he could be a very good addition, as well as nationalizing the team. An option that could make the Spanish coach a bit more comfortable to perform well in the white team.

Of course, the option of Carreras remains on the white team's table to be able to join the squad. However, they do not rule out the possibility that this footballer could become the club's left-back for the present and future.

A player in a red and black Bayer Leverkusen uniform running on the field.

Alejandro Grimaldo would be delighted to play for Real Madrid | Real Madrid Confidencial

They prepare for any situation

The arrival of both Alonso and this player could be quite important, as they know each other perfectly and could get the maximum performance in the white team. Although this season was not as shocking as the previous one for the Spaniard, he did have important numbers.

There are 3,800 minutes played in 47 matches, with 17 goal contributions. These are numbers that, while not so shocking, are indeed worth analyzing. Additionally, the experience, being 29 years old and having many years ahead to continue thriving, is also an important factor.

A player celebrating a goal while pointing to the badge on his Bayer Leverkusen jersey in a stadium full of spectators.

Alejandro Grimaldo would arrive backed by Xabi Alonso | Real Madrid Confidencial

The dispute over who will be the left-back of the white team seems to continue for a while before making a final decision. However, it will be quite convenient for what Real Madrid needs for the coming years.

We'll see who wins the fight

Everything will fall on the decision of the management to define who will be the player in this position, and it will be an interesting fight. However, only one can remain, and this will be the one responsible for taking the white team to the next level in this position.

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