Glorioso 1904 exclusive: Benfica seek a full-back, not Carreras | OneFootball

Benfica remain attentive to the market in search of a left-back to strengthen Marco Silva’s squad, but Álvaro Carreras is not an option for the new season. According to information gathered by Glorioso 1904, the Eagles’ hierarchy are indeed looking for solutions for the left flank, but a possible return of the Spanish defender is not on the table, despite the recent doubts surrounding his situation at Real Madrid.

As our newspaper has learned, Rui Costa and those in charge of professional football believe Carreras’ spell at Luz has come to an end. The young Spanish international recently moved to Real Madrid in a deal that brought around €50 million into Benfica’s coffers, making him one of the biggest sales in the Club’s history.

The full-back’s situation at the Merengue side has nevertheless attracted attention. After a promising start in Madrid, Carreras lost prominence in the final stretch of the season, largely due to the strong competition within the squad and some less convincing performances that drew criticism from the fans. The scenario became even more complicated with the arrival of Marc Cucurella, a signing that significantly increases the competition for the position.

However, even in this context, Benfica are not considering making any move to bring the player back. The priority for Benfica’s SAD is to identify a different profile on the market, one capable of adding immediate competitiveness to the squad and fitting within the financial framework set for the new season. The scouting department already has several names shortlisted, and the evaluation process is still ongoing.

As such, although Benfica are determined to sign a left-back during the summer, the club’s fans should not expect Álvaro Carreras to return. The Spaniard will continue fighting for his place at Real Madrid, while Rui Costa and Marco Silva focus their attention on other alternatives to strengthen a position considered a priority for the 2026/27 season.

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