Real Madrid Ready to Spend Big on Defender

Real Madrid’s Pursuit of Alvaro Carreras

Real Madrid is known for their strategic approach to player acquisitions, willing to walk away from deals if they feel the price is not justified. The club’s top choice for the left-back position is Benfica’s Alvaro Carreras, but negotiations have hit a roadblock.

Benfica’s Stance on Carreras’ Price

At just 22 years old, Carreras has a €50 million release clause in his contract, a figure that Benfica has stood firm on. Despite reports of a deal being close, Real Madrid is adamant about negotiating a lower price. The club is unwilling to meet the release clause and has made it clear that they are prepared to walk away from the deal if necessary.

Exploring Alternatives to Carreras

While Carreras remains the preferred option, Real Madrid has been considering other left-backs as well. Miguel Gutierrez, a former Castilla graduate, is one option with an €8 million buyback clause. Another compelling alternative is Bayer Leverkusen’s Alejandro Grimaldo, who has excelled under new manager Xabi Alonso.

Real Madrid’s Deadline for Defensive Reinforcements

With the Club World Cup on the horizon, Real Madrid aims to finalize their defensive signings before the tournament. Alongside signings like Trent Alexander-Arnold and Dean Huijsen, Carreras was expected to bolster the backline. However, if a deal with Benfica falls through, Grimaldo has expressed interest in joining the club.