Real Madrid Signs Álvaro Carreras, Garcia Named Club World Cup Top Scorer

Real Madrid has announced the signing of Álvaro Carreras from Benfica on a six-year contract in a deal reportedly worth €50 million. Luka Modrić, who recently played his final matches for Real Madrid before moving to AC Milan, tied with Bradley Barcola for the most appearances in Europe's top five leagues this season, playing 73 matches across club and national team duties. Despite being more of a substitute this season, Modrić reflected proudly on his achievements with Real Madrid, where he became the player with the most titles in the club's history. Meanwhile, young forward Gonzalo Garcia emerged as a bright spot during Real Madrid's disappointing FIFA Club World Cup campaign, scoring four goals and earning the tournament's Golden Boot and a place in the Team of the Tournament. Garcia's performance has positioned him as a promising candidate to be the backup striker for Kylian Mbappe next season under new coach Xabi Alonso. These developments highlight Real Madrid's blend of experienced leadership and emerging talent as the club prepares for the upcoming season.