Real Madrid's Desired Young Left-Back: Álvaro Carreras
Álvaro Carreras: Real Madrid ’s Targeted Young Left-Back As Real Madrid rebuilds under incoming coach Xabi Alonso, the club has turned its attention to strengthening the left-back position. Multiple sources report that Real have “stepped up” negotiations with Benfica to secure 21-year-old left-back Álvaro Carreras before the upcoming FIFA Club World Cup. ESPN has confirmed that Real have reached an agreement in principle and are closing in on the deal, while Marca and AS note that talks have resumed immediately after Benfica’s domestic cup final. According to analysts, the agreement is expected very soon, suggesting Carreras could be registered as a Real player early this summer. Álvaro Carreras is a 21-year-old Spanish left-back who emerged from Manchester United’s youth academy before signing for Benfica last summer. In Lisbon he quickly “made a great impression” with his attacking play. Carreras is known for his dynamism down the flank and is often deployed as an attacking fu...