The final was held at the Stadium Dr. Magalhaes Pessoa de Leiria, where Benfica secured victory after a spectacular penalty shoot-out following a 1-1 draw.
After the contest, Portuguese channel O Jogo reported that representatives of major European clubs such as Arsenal, Manchester United and Barcelona attended the match in Leiria.
races, who has a £16.7m buy-back clause with Unitedassisted Benfica’s goal. He has been linked with a return to Old Trafford, with Ruben Amoirm hopeful of signing a full-back this window.
Álvaro Carreras liked by the European elite
The Spanish international started the last campaign on loan with Granada. He also spent a previous term with Preston North End. However, in January 2024, United were recalled before being sent to Benfica for the second half of the season.
The Portuguese clubs decided to activate Carreras’ £5m buyout clause last year and he has flourished ever since. He is believed to have attracted interest from some of Europe’s top clubs following his displays this season.
Liverpool and Real Madrid were previously linked with the defender and Record Portugal have suggested Bayern Munich are also possible suitors amid concerns that Alphonso Davies could leave at the end of his deal. The Canadian international has yet to agree new terms with the German giants.
