Career Timeline of Álvaro Carreras: Major Achievements and Milestones

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Álvaro Carreras

How Álvaro Carreras built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

Álvaro Fernández Carreras is a Spanish professional footballer. He plays as a left-back and currently plays for Real Madrid in La Liga. He is a professional athlete known for his skills in football.

2007: Joined Racing de Ferrol

In 2007, Álvaro Carreras joined his hometown club Racing de Ferrol, where he played as a forward and scored 100 goals in a season in the youth ranks.

2012: Joined Deportivo de La Coruña

In 2012, Álvaro Carreras joined Deportivo de La Coruña's youth ranks and was converted to a left-back.

2017: Moved to Real Madrid U13

In 2017, Álvaro Carreras moved to Real Madrid U13.

September 2020: Signed with Manchester United

In September 2020, Álvaro Carreras signed a four-year contract with Premier League club Manchester United from Real Madrid, amid interest from other European clubs such as Barcelona and Manchester City.

October 2021: Debut for Spain Under-19 Team

On October 26, 2021, Álvaro Carreras made his debut for the Spain under-19 team in a friendly match against Israel.

2021: Began Training with Manchester United First Team

During the early stages of the 2021-22 season, Álvaro Carreras began training with the first team of Manchester United.

2021: Played for Under-23 Team

In 2021, Álvaro Carreras played 21 times in the league, all as a starter, as well as playing in all three EFL Trophy matches and six of the seven in the UEFA Youth League.

April 2022: First Team Call-Up for Manchester United

In April 2022, Álvaro Carreras received his first call-up to the Manchester United first team, being named on the bench for the Premier League match at home against Chelsea. He was also named on the bench against Brighton & Hove Albion.

July 2022: Joined Preston North End on Loan

On July 26, 2022, Álvaro Carreras joined EFL Championship club Preston North End on loan for the duration of the 2022–23 season. He made his debut on July 30, 2022, as a substitute in a draw against Wigan Athletic.

September 2023: Joined Granada on Loan

On September 1, 2023, Álvaro Carreras joined La Liga club Granada on a season-long loan.

2023: Loan to Benfica

In 2023, Álvaro Carreras was loaned to Benfica until the end of the 2023-24 season.

January 2024: Recalled by Manchester United

On January 14, 2024, Álvaro Carreras was recalled by Manchester United from his loan spell at Granada.

January 2024: Loan to Benfica

On January 17, 2024, Manchester United sent Álvaro Carreras on loan to Primeira Liga club Benfica until the end of the 2023–24 season. The loan deal included an optional buy-clause of €6 million.

May 2024: Benfica Exercised Buy Option

On May 26, 2024, Manchester United announced that Benfica had exercised the €6 million buy option in Álvaro Carreras' loan contract.

2024: Departure from Manchester United

Álvaro Carreras departed Manchester United in 2024 before making his debut for the senior team.

July 2025: Returned to Real Madrid

On July 14, 2025, Álvaro Carreras returned to Real Madrid, signing for his boyhood club on a six-year deal reportedly worth €50 million.

2029: Signed New Contract with Benfica

In 2024 Benfica exercised the option to buy Álvaro Carreras and subsequently, he signed a new contract with Benfica until 2029.