History of Álvaro Carreras in Timeline

Álvaro Fernández Carreras is a Spanish professional footballer who currently plays as a left-back for Benfica in the Primeira Liga. As a professional athlete, Carreras's career is centered around his performance and contributions to his team in the sport of soccer.

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March 2003: Álvaro Fernández Carreras' Birth

Álvaro Fernández Carreras was born in March 2003. He is a Spanish professional footballer.

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2007: Joined Racing de Ferrol

In 2007, Álvaro Carreras joined Racing de Ferrol, his hometown club, 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 transitioned to playing as a left-back.

2017: Moved to Real Madrid U13

In 2017, Álvaro Carreras moved to Real Madrid U13.

September 2020: Signed for Manchester United

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

October 2021: Debut for Spain U19

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

2021: Started training with the first team

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

2021: Listed under paternal surname

In 2021, Manchester United listed Álvaro Carreras under his paternal surname, Fernández, for the group stage of the 2021–22 UEFA Youth League, a decision that pleased both his parents.

2021: Played for under-23 team

In 2021, Álvaro Carreras was a regular for Manchester United's under-23 team, making 20 league appearances and one in the EFL Trophy, as well as seven for the under-18s, and two in the FA Youth Cup.

April 2022: First Team Call-Up

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 against Chelsea. He was also named on the bench against Brighton & Hove Albion.

May 2022: Named U23 Player of the Year

On 11 May 2022, Álvaro Carreras was named Manchester United's U23 Player of the Year.

July 2022: Joined Preston North End on Loan

On 26 July 2022, Álvaro Carreras joined EFL Championship club Preston North End on loan for the 2022–23 season. He made his debut on 30 July 2022, as a substitute in a 0–0 draw against Wigan Athletic.

September 2023: Loan to Granada

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

2023: Loan to Benfica

In 2023, Manchester United loaned Álvaro Carreras to Primeira Liga club Benfica until the end of the 2023–24 season.

January 2024: Recalled by Manchester United

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

January 2024: Loan to Benfica

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

May 2024: Benfica Exercised Buy Option

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

2024: Departed Manchester United

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

2029: New contract with Benfica until 2029

On 26 May 2024, Manchester United announced that Benfica had exercised the €6 million buy option in Álvaro Carreras' loan contract and he signed a new contract with Benfica until 2029.