Xabi Alonso seeks to sign Real Madrid's Alvaro Carreras for Chelsea
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 11, 2026, 3:55 PM
Last updated Jul 11, 2026
Xabi Alonso is pursuing Alvaro Carreras from Real Madrid to strengthen Chelsea's defense. Despite Carreras's desire to stay at the Santiago Bernabeu, Alonso sees him as a key target, especially after Chelsea's need for a left-back intensified following Marc Cucurella's transfer to Real Madrid. Although Chelsea may test Real Madrid's resolve with a €50 million offer, the club has indicated they are unlikely to sell. Carreras, who has struggled for playing time since joining Real Madrid, could potentially see a more prominent role at Chelsea.
- •Xabi Alonso viewed Carreras as a priority target since joining Chelsea.
- •Real Madrid reportedly will not entertain offers for Carreras.
- •Chelsea may consider a €50 million bid for the defender.
- •Alvaro Carreras prefers to remain with Real Madrid despite competition.
- 3:55 PMYahoo Sports — Xabi Alonso keen on signing Real Madrid defender for Chelsea
"Alvaro Carreras has once again emerged as a potential departure from Real Madrid. Although the left-back is keen to remain at the Santiago Bernabeu, SPORT (h/t Bernabeu Digital) reports that Xabi Alon...
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