Former Manchester United Player Alvaro Carreras Joins Real Madrid From Benfica

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July 15, 2025

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Former Manchester United Player Alvaro Carreras Joins Real Madrid From Benfica—-Real Madrid have just confirm the addition Manchester United academy player Alvaro Carreras from Benfica after his stellar season with with the Portuguese giant for the just concluded 2024/25 season.

Carreras has signed a six-year deal with his former club, running to 2031, and is set to be presented to supporters on Tuesday afternoon.

The Athletic reported on July 10 that the two clubs had agreed to a deal worth €50million (£43.18m, $58.42m) that sees the Spain youth international return to Madrid after spending time in their academy.

Manchester United, who signed Carreras from Real in 2020, negotiated a sell-on clause worth 20 per cent of any profit on a future transfer when they sold the defender to Benfica, so will earn around €8.8m from the deal.

Madrid had been working on a deal for the 22-year-old for several weeks and had hoped to complete the signing before the Club World Cup, but Benfica also wanted him to represent them at the tournament in the United States.

Carreras joined Madrid in 2017 from Deportivo La Coruna and spent three years in the team’s academy before joining United in 2020. He never appeared for the senior side and had loan spells at English Championship club Preston North End and Spanish club Granada before moving to Benfica in January 2024, initially on a sixth-month loan deal. The move was made permanent at the end of the season.

Madrid have been moving to reinvent their defence, having already completed the signings of Trent Alexander-Arnold from Liverpool and Dean Huijsen from Bournemouth. They have also signed 17-year-old midfielder Franco Mastantuono from River Plate.

Xabi Alonso was appointed as the team’s head coach in May, replacing Carlo Ancelotti.

‘A homegrown answer at left-back’

Analysis by Real Madrid correspondent Guillermo Rai

Madrid have lacked consistency at left-back due to repeated injuries suffered by Ferland Mendy and a lack of confidence in Fran Garcia in recent years, so Carreras’ signing was key for Los Blancos.

They previously explored the possibility of signing Bayern Munich’s Alphonso Davies in that position before the Canada international renewed with the Bundesliga side earlier this year.

Carreras spent three years in the youth ranks at Madrid from 2017-2020 but a lack of opportunities led to him joining Manchester United’s academy. The left-back shone there and was named their best Under-23 player in 2022, when he started training with the first team.

But the Spaniard was not part of Erik Ten Hag’s plans and was sent on loan to Preston North End, Granada and Benfica. It was a wide range of experiences in the space of two years which saw him join Benfica permanently last year.

Madrid will also be pleased to bring in another homegrown player, a key requirement for their Champions League squad, after the exit of several academy graduates over recent years.

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BREAKING: Ferran Torres the Hero as Spain Beat Argentina to Capture 2026 FIFA World Cup

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BREAKING: Ferran Torres the Hero as Spain Beat Argentina to Capture 2026 FIFA World Cup—-Substitute Ferran Torres struck the decisive extra-time winner as Spain edged defending champions Argentina 1-0 to lift their second FIFA World Cup title and complete a historic double as reigning men’s European and world champions.

Spain were crowned 2026 FIFA World Cup champions after defeating defending champions Argentina 1-0 following extra time in a tense and tactical final at New York New Jersey Stadium on Sunday.

After 90 minutes of relentless intensity failed to separate the two footballing giants, substitute Ferran Torres emerged as Spain’s hero, scoring the only goal of the match in the 106th minute to hand La Roja their second World Cup crown, 16 years after their maiden triumph in South Africa.

Luis de la Fuente’s side controlled much of the contest from the outset, dominating possession and creating the better opportunities against an Argentina team chasing back-to-back World Cup titles. Spain finished the match with 15 attempts on goal and won nine corners, while Lionel Scaloni’s men struggled to impose themselves in attack, failing to register a shot on target for long periods of the encounter.

Spain’s patient approach was finally rewarded early in extra time. Following sustained pressure around Argentina’s penalty area, Ferran Torres collected the ball inside the box before unleashing a powerful left-footed strike beneath the crossbar, leaving goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez with no chance and sending the Spanish supporters into wild celebrations.

Argentina’s task became even more difficult after midfielder Enzo Fernández was shown a second yellow card in stoppage time of normal time, forcing the reigning champions to play the remainder of the contest with ten men. Despite the numerical disadvantage, Argentina fought until the final whistle but were unable to break down Spain’s disciplined defence.

Goalkeeper Unai Simón produced another assured performance behind a well-organised back line marshalled by Pau Cubarsí and Aymeric Laporte, while Rodri once again dictated the tempo in midfield. Teenager Lamine Yamal also impressed throughout the tournament, capping a breakthrough World Cup campaign by helping Spain reach the summit of world football.

The victory crowns a remarkable era for Spanish football under Luis de la Fuente. Having already won UEFA Euro 2024 and the UEFA Nations League, Spain now add the FIFA World Cup to their growing list of honours, becoming world champions for the first time since 2010. The triumph also makes Spain the first nation to simultaneously hold both the men’s and women’s FIFA World Cup titles.

For Argentina, the defeat brought an end to their bid to retain the trophy they lifted in Qatar four years earlier. Lionel Messi and his teammates had reached the final after dramatic victories over England and Switzerland in the knockout rounds, but they were ultimately denied by a composed Spanish side whose consistency and tactical discipline proved decisive on football’s biggest stage.

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BREAKING: Chelsea Reach Verbal Agreement for £117m Morgan Rogers Signature From Aston Villa

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BREAKING: Chelsea Reach Verbal Agreement for £117m Morgan Rogers Signature From Aston Villa—-The Blues have reportedly beaten Arsenal to the signing of Aston Villa star Morgan Rogers in a British-record £117 million deal, with the England international set for a medical before completing a long-term move to Stamford Bridge.

Chelsea have reached a verbal agreement with Aston Villa to sign England international Morgan Rogers in a blockbuster deal worth £117 million, bringing them to the brink of completing one of the biggest transfers in Premier League history. The agreement, which is now being finalized, would make Rogers the most expensive English footballer ever if completed.

The 23-year-old attacking midfielder is expected to undergo a medical on Monday before signing a six-year contract running until 2032, with Chelsea holding the option to extend the deal by a further year. Personal terms have already been agreed, with new head coach Xabi Alonso playing a pivotal role in convincing the player that Stamford Bridge was the right destination for the next stage of his career.

Arsenal had identified Rogers as one of their primary attacking targets this summer and were preparing to intensify negotiations with Aston Villa. However, Chelsea moved swiftly to secure a club-to-club agreement before the Gunners could submit a formal offer. Reports indicate that Rogers made it clear Chelsea was his preferred destination after discussions with Alonso and the club’s hierarchy.

Rogers arrives on the back of a sensational campaign for Aston Villa, establishing himself as one of the Premier League’s standout performers. He registered 14 goals and 12 assists in 55 appearances across all competitions, helping Villa lift the UEFA Europa League and qualify for the UEFA Champions League. His impressive club form also earned him a key role in England’s run to the semi-finals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

The proposed £117 million fee surpasses Chelsea’s previous club-record signing of Moisés Caicedo and highlights the club’s determination to build a squad capable of challenging for the Premier League title under Alonso. Rogers is expected to add versatility to Chelsea’s attack, with the ability to operate as a left winger, attacking midfielder or second striker.

For Aston Villa, the transfer represents a remarkable financial return. The Midlands club signed Rogers from Middlesbrough in 2024 for a fee that could rise to around £15 million, meaning they stand to make a profit of more than £100 million. Middlesbrough are also expected to benefit significantly through a sell-on clause included in the original transfer agreement.

While neither Chelsea nor Aston Villa has officially confirmed the transfer, all major terms are understood to have been agreed. Barring any late complications during the medical or final paperwork, Rogers is expected to become Chelsea’s marquee signing of the summer, with an official announcement anticipated in the coming days.

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