The transfer saga involving Alvaro Carreras and Real Madrid is reportedly nearing its end. Following lengthy and complex negotiations, the Spanish club and Benfica are finalizing the remaining details for the move of the 2003-born Spanish left-back. This transfer would see Carreras return to his former youth club and potentially feature in the Club World Cup under the management of Xabi Alonso.
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Recent reports indicate that Real Madrid`s persistence and the player`s strong desire to move to the Spanish capital were key factors in unblocking the deal, despite earlier difficulties in negotiations. While Carreras is expected to participate in the upcoming competition in the USA (presumably with Real Madrid if the deal concludes), Benfica is set to receive the full amount of his €50 million release clause, with no discount granted to Real Madrid president Florentino Perez.
Negotiation Difficulties
The initial plan for Real Madrid and Carreras was to finalize the deal last week to prevent him from rejoining Benfica training. However, the Portuguese club`s firm stance during negotiations caused the process to extend. This occurred despite the consistent desire expressed by the 2003-born left-back to play for Real Madrid. Although the player rejoined training with Benfica on Tuesday, the official signing and definitive transfer to Real are expected immediately upon the full agreement being sealed.
