50 million euros: Álvaro Carreras is the most expensive left-back in Real Madrid’s history; see the first 5

Official presentation scheduled for Tuesday (15)

Real Madrid have officially secured the signing of Álvaro Carreras from Benfica for €50 million (approx. R$325 million), making the 22-year-old the most expensive left-back in the club’s history. The Spanish full-back will be unveiled this Tuesday (15) at Valdebebas.

A Historic Deal

With Ferland Mendy on the verge of leaving the club this summer, Carreras is expected to take on a major role under Xabi Alonso. He will not only compete with Fran García, who impressed during the Club World Cup, but also carry the weight of justifying a record-breaking investment.

Real Madrid’s Top 5 Most Expensive Left-Backs (Transfermarkt)

1. Álvaro Carreras – €50M (R$325M)
   From: Benfica | Season: 2025-26
2. Ferland Mendy – €48M (R$312M)
   From: Lyon | Season: 2019-20
3. Fábio Coentrão – €30M (R$195M)
   From: Benfica | Season: 2011-12
4. Theo Hernández – €24M (R$154M)
   From: Atlético de Madrid | Season: 2017-18
5. Marcelo – €6.5M (R$42M)
   From: Fluminense |  Season: 2006-07

Competition for the Left Flank

While Carreras arrives with high expectations and a hefty price tag, Fran García has built a solid reputation at the club and starred in the Club World Cup, where Madrid suffered a shock exit. He remains a trusted name in Alonso’s squad.

With a new season on the horizon, all eyes will be on Carreras as he looks to live up to the billing and become a cornerstone of Madrid’s next generation.