Transfer grades for the 60 biggest deals of the summerAll summer long, GOAL will be handing out grades for the biggest transfers from around the world...OpinionTransfers
Carreras praises Alonso's ‘intense’ approach at Real MadridNew Real Madrid signing Alvaro Carreras hailed Xabi Alonso’s intense approach and revealed what the coach demands from him on both ends of the pitch.Real MadridX. Alonso
Mendy not ready to quit Madrid despite transfer talkReal Madrid defender Ferland Mandy is ready to fight for his place in Real Madrid’s starting XI under new manager Xabi Alonso amid transfer rumours.Real MadridF. Mendy
'I return as a man' - Carreras shrugs off pressure after €50m moveAlvaro Carreras is excited to live out his childhood dream by returning to Real Madrid in a long-awaited transfer from Benfica.Real MadridBenfica
Man Utd pocket significant fee as details of Carreras' deal revealedManchester United will pocket a significant bonus after Real Madrid completed the long-awaited €50 million (£42m/$57m) signing of Alvaro Carreras.Real MadridBenfica
Real Madrid land Carreras! Defender signs six-year contractReal Madrid have confirmed a deal has been agreed with Benfica to bring left-back Alvaro Carreras back to the club.Real MadridFIFA Club World Cup
Why Madrid are spending big to sign Man Utd misfit CarrerasThe Spaniard's disappointing spell at Old Trafford has not harmed his career prospects as he is set to re-join Los Blancos for a fee of up to €50mAnalysisReal Madrid
Madrid near Carreras signing but refuse to pay release clauseReal Madrid are on the verge of signing Alvaro Carreras but are in no mood to pay the full €50 million buyout clause for the Benfica defender.BenficaReal Madrid
Elanga & six players Man Utd sold far too cheaplyAs the club's inability to sell at the right price strikes again, GOAL runs through the players allowed to leave for unforgivably low pricesAnalysisManchester United
'Make us an offer!' - Madrid told to pay up for Carreras by Benfica chiefBenfica president Rui Costa has denied the claims suggesting Real Madrid have sent an offer to buy left-back Alvaro Carreras.Real MadridBenfica
Xabi Alonso reunion? Madrid target Leverkusen star Real Madrid turn to Alejandro Grimaldo after Alvaro Carreras talks stall, eyeing a potential reunion with Xabi Alonso in search of a new left-back.Real MadridA. Grimaldo
Why Madrid refuse to match €50m Carreras clause explainedReal Madrid are keen to sign Alvaro Carreras from Benfica but are refusing to trigger his release clause, aiming to negotiate a structured deal.Real MadridTransfers
Real Madrid give Carreras reassuring message amid Benfica talksReal Madrid have reassured Alvaro Carreras that they will sign him by any means despite so far failing to find an agreement with Benfica.Real MadridTransfers
Madrid agree to pay Benfica release clause in full for Carreras Real Madrid have reportedly reached a final agreement over the signing of Alvaro Carreras with Benfica and will pay the full release clause. Real MadridBenfica
Madrid must loan out Endrick to make room for MastantuonoLos Blancos have already begun making moves in the market, but could still do with re-jigging their attack and clearing out some big namesOpinionReal Madrid
Good news for Madrid in pursuit of €50m CarrerasReal Madrid's hopes of signing full-back Alvaro Carreras from Benfica received a boost as the Portuguese side agreed to sign his replacement.Real MadridBenfica