
La Liga
FC Barcelona is determined to strengthen its left-back, and Álvaro Carreras from Benfica emerges as one of the top candidates. The young Spanish defender, who recently shone against the Blaugrana at the Estadio da Luz, has captured the interest of the Catalan club, which is seeking an option to complement or even compete with Alejandro Balde, who is currently in great form. However, physical fatigue and the need for more depth in the position compel Barça to consider alternatives for the upcoming season.
At 21 years old, Carreras has established himself as one of Benfica's best defensive talents, being a key player since his arrival from Manchester United. His performance has not gone unnoticed, with other teams such as Atlético Madrid, Juventus, and United themselves also keeping an eye on him. This increasing competition could hinder Barça's aspirations, especially considering that Benfica has valued the player at 50 million euros, a sum that poses an economic challenge for the Blaugranas.
Barcelona Needs a New Left-Back
Meanwhile, Barcelona is assessing other options within its squad. Alex Valle, on loan at Celtic, will return next summer, but his continuity at the club is in doubt, with speculation about a possible loan to Como. Gerard Martín, promoted from Barça B, has had minutes this season but does not appear to be a long-term solution.
With the summer transfer window still distant, Barça's interest in Carreras demonstrates the club's intent to secure a competitive future at left-back, a crucial position in Xavi Hernández's tactical setup. Negotiations with Benfica and the player's camp will be decisive in finalizing this move.
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