Barcelona watching ex-Man Utd fullback Carreras at Benfica

Now in his second season at Benfica since leaving Manchester United, Carreras' form has exploded in Portugal.

Sport says Barca chief Deco is having the Spain U21 international watched with the view of bringing him home in 2025.

Carreras came through La Fabrica at Real Madrid before leaving for United as a 16 year-old.

But Barca won't get a clear run, with both United and Real also interested in re-signing the wing-back.