According to El Nacional, Mourinho is encouraging the departure of Real Madrid's 23-year-old Spanish left back Álvaro Carreras after speaking with former manager Álvaro Arbeloa, who warned the new manager against trusting the player. Carreras joined the club in July 2025 and his contract runs until 2031. He has made 28 appearances in the 25/26 LaLiga season, contributing 2 goals and 3 assists, and has a current market value of €50.00m. Manchester United has been linked with a move for the player.