Atlético de Madrid has an eye on squad planning for the upcoming season. As MARCA reported yesterday, the red-and-white sports management has made it a priority to bring in a new left-back. They believe it's a position that needs strengthening, and there are several names on the club's agenda.
On the same day, Rubén Uría discussed this topic on his Twitch channel and mentioned something very interesting. The Spanish journalist said that for Atlético de Madrid, signing Álvaro Carreras is a priority. The red-and-white club is convinced that the Benfica player is going to be a world-class talent and will enter any bidding war.
Álvaro Carreras, the Left-Back Who Enchants Atlético de Madrid
The 21-year-old Madrid-born player is having a spectacular season at Benfica, a team that signed him from Manchester United for 6 million euros. So far this season, Carreras has played 36 official matches, scoring 3 goals and providing 5 assists, numbers that reflect his great offensive impact from the left-back position.
Atlético de Madrid is not the only team closely following Carreras. In fact, Manchester United is considering the possibility of bringing him back, which could complicate the operation for the red-and-whites. However, at the Metropolitano, they trust in their sports project and Simeone's ability to convince the player that his growth lies in LaLiga.
A Key Summer for the Red-and-White Defense
Signing a left-back won't be Atlético de Madrid's only priority in the summer market. In addition to strengthening that position, the club is also looking for center-backs and a positional midfielder, but acquiring a reliable wing-back is essential to strengthen the squad.
With ÁLvaro Carreras as the number one target, the red-and-whites' moves in the market promise to be intense. The sports management knows that the competition will be tough, but the confidence in the young Spaniard's talent is total. Now, it remains to be seen if Atlético de Madrid manages to secure the signing of one of European soccer's gems before other clubs get ahead.