Real Madrid to sell Álvaro Carreras, Chelsea and Man United eye left‑back

Real Madrid’s recent purchase of left‑back Marc Cucurella from Chelsea has left Álvaro Carreras surplus to requirements. The 22‑year‑old Spanish defender, who joined Madrid from Benfica last summer, is reported to be available for a fee of about €25‑30 million. Manchester United, whose co‑owners INEOS are assessing a possible return for the former United youth prospect, are said to be exploring a move but have not made a formal approach. Chelsea are also linked to Carreras; new Stamford Bridge manager Xabi Alonso, who worked with the player at Madrid, reportedly favors the signing.

Real Madrid’s willingness to sell comes as the club continues a busy transfer window, having already added Ibrahima Konaté, Denzel Dumfries, Bernardo Silva and others. Separate speculation notes that the Spanish giants may also target Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernández, valued around €138 million, though no concrete offer has emerged.

United would not receive additional sell‑on money from a Carreras sale, having already earned roughly £7.5 million from his previous transfer to Madrid. The potential moves highlight the ripple effects of Madrid’s acquisition of Cucurella on the Premier League clubs’ left‑back options.