Liverpool’s left-back dilemma is becoming more evident, and an intriguing solution may lie in a player sold by Manchester United just eight months ago—Alvaro Carreras of Benfica. With the January transfer window closing soon, the question arises: could the former United player be the transformational signing that Liverpool needs to address their problem position?
As the transfer deadline looms, Liverpool’s potential targets seem to be dwindling. Manager Arne Slot, who has taken charge of a table-topping squad, has yet to make any moves for new players despite a busy previous year in the market. A total of £41.5 million spent over the past three transfer windows has yielded limited returns, including just 186 minutes for Federico Chiesa. Slot has primarily relied on players brought in by his predecessor, Jurgen Klopp, proving that finding the right fit is a difficult task when the team is performing so well.
Liverpool’s approach has been clear: when you have such a talented squad, it’s hard to improve without making significant changes. The club has always focused on long-term solutions, and according to The Athletic’s James Pearce, Liverpool are “ready and waiting” to react if an opportunity arises. However, any potential deal must make sense for both the present and the future, ensuring that the new signing can contribute immediately while securing a lasting role in the team.
With a relatively stable squad, Liverpool’s priority in this transfer window is finding a player who can enhance the team’s pursuit of trophies this season and for years to come. The left-back position has become a pressing concern, and Alvaro Carreras, who could be available for around £5 million, offers a potential answer. His experience at Benfica, following his departure from Manchester United, has seen him develop into a reliable and promising talent that could bring much-needed stability and skill to Liverpool’s defense.
Carreras’ versatility, defensive strength, and attacking capabilities make him an ideal candidate for Liverpool to target. His move to Benfica has allowed him to showcase his potential, and with a relatively low transfer fee, he could provide the club with the long-term solution they are seeking in the left-back position. As Liverpool continues their search for reinforcements, Carreras may just be the player who transforms their defense and strengthens their title ambitions for years to come.
