Real Madrid announced the signing of Alvaro Carreras from SL Benfica on Monday, with the left-back returning to the club he left five years ago.The 22-year-old has signed a six-year contract with the

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,