Real Madrid’s newest signing, Alvaro Carreras, said goodbye to Benfica fans on his Instagram account, shortly after Real Madrid announced the move officially on Monday.

Real Madrid have made their fourth signing, with Benfica left-back Álvaro Carreras heading to the Santiago Bernabeu. The deal has been scheduled to take place for some time, but negotiations haven't been smooth,

Carreras is now a footballer for Real Madrid. The white club has just announced his signing, thus putting an end to one of the summer's soap operas in the transfer market.The 22-year-old

Carreras, who trained at La Fábrica during the 2017/18 and 2018/19 seasons, has rejoined the club he once called home. His return represents more than just a new signing—it’s the comeback of a homegrown talent forged in the values of madridismo.

Los Blancos have officially completed the transfer of Carreras from Benfica. The Spanish left-back, who initially joined the Eagles on loan from Manchester United in January 2024, impressed enough to attract Madrid, who have swooped in to bring the 22-year-old back to Spain on a six-year contract.

Manchester United’s academy product Álvaro Carreras will don the jersey of Los Blancos from next season onwards.In recent years, United’s academy have produced a number of top talents. However,