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Posted on May 8, 2026 1:00 am | Updated on May 7, 2026 4:26 pm
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Real Madrid are open to selling one of their young defenders this summer. Spanish reports say the club is willing to let Alvaro Carreras join Arsenal. The 23-year-old left back was signed only last year for around €50 million but things have not gone as planned at the Bernabeu.
Why Real Madrid Want to Sell Alvaro Carreras?
Alvaro Carreras is a tall Spanish left back. He came through Manchester United’s academy as a young player. After loans in England and Spain, he moved to Benfica in Portugal where he played very well. Real Madrid brought him back to Spain in the summer of 2025 hoping he would become their future left back. Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta seems to like him a lot and wants to give him an important role in the team.
Carreras joined Real Madrid with high hopes but this season has been mixed. He has not become a regular starter as he expected. The reason for this irregularity is coming out thar he does not fully fit the style the coaches wanted. There was also a small training ground issue with teammate Antonio Rudiger, but both players said it is now resolved.
According to reports, Real Madrid is ready to listen to offers for the player. They would accept a deal around the €50 million mark they paid for him. This would allow them to bring in new players and balance their squad for next season.
Carreras’ Season (2025-26), as per stats:
Alvaro Carreras Appearances Goals Assists Cards
La Liga 26 2 2 Yellow: 5 / Red: 1
Champions League 9 0 0 Yellow: 4 / Red: 0
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The Interest of Arsenal in Alvaro Carreras
He has shown good defensive skills with many tackles and interceptions. His passing accuracy is high, around 90%. However, he has faced competition for his position, which limited his playing time at times. A move to Arsenal could help him play more regularly in a competitive team fighting for the Premier League title and Champions League.
Arsenal need strength at their left back since they lack it. They already have players like Riccardo Calafiori and young Myles Lewis Skelly, but Arteta wants more options. Reports say Arsenal’s interest is strong, and Carreras himself finds the move to the Premier League attractive. He knows English football well from his time at Manchester United and loans. A move to Arsenal could help him play more regularly in a competitive team fighting for the Premier League title and Champions League.
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What Happens Next for Arsenal and Real Madrid?
It is still early days. Real Madrid signed Carreras only one year ago, so they may ask for a good price or even change their mind. The player has said his commitment is for Madrid, but football can change quickly in the transfer window. For Arsenal, signing a young, tall left-back with experience in big leagues would be a smart addition. For Real Madrid, selling him could free up space for money and signings.
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Carreras has the talent to establish himself at the highest level. The summer 2026 could be an important time in his young career. This report shows how transfer news can move fast. One season’s disappointment can open doors to new clubs and fresh starts. The Gunners will hope this deal becomes real, while Real Madrid supporters may want to see if the player can still prove himself in white.
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