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Racing Santander player transfers

Entities: Jorge Salinas · FC Barcelona · Manchester United Football Club · Joan Laporta · Pedro Felipe

Overview

In late July 2026, FC Barcelona opened negotiations to acquire 19‑year‑old Racing Santander defender Jorge Salinas, proposing a fee of €4‑6 million against his €16 million release clause. Two days later Racing announced the permanent signing of Brazilian centre‑back Pedro Felipe from Juventus after a €600,000 purchase clause was triggered; he signed a contract through 2029 and had previously spent a season on loan at Sassuolo and 34 matches with Juventus Next Gen. The club also secured Moroccan striker Yassir Zabiri on loan from Stade Rennes; the 21‑year‑old was the top scorer at the 2025 U‑20 World Cup and Africa Cup of Nations, won the tournament’s Ballon d’Or, moved to Rennes for €10 million in 2025 and is contracted there until 2029.

By early August, Manchester United entered the race for Salinas, stating they are ready to meet his €16 million release clause. United’s interest, backed by manager Michael Carrick, adds competition to Barcelona and Atlético Madrid as the English club seeks defensive cover after injuries to Luke Shaw. The Red Devils view Salinas as a long‑term prospect, noting his seven assists in 34 appearances last season and his contract running to 2029.

These developments show Racing Santander both attracting high‑profile suitors for its talent and reinforcing its own squad ahead of the new season.

Timeline

  1. 4 days ago

    [SPORTS] 6 sources
    Manchester United Targets Racing Santander Left‑Back Jorge Salinas

    Manchester United aim to sign 19‑year‑old Racing Santander left‑back Jorge Salinas for €16 million, competing with Barcelona and Atlético Madrid.

  2. 8 days ago

    [SPORTS] 11 sources
    Racing Santander adds Brazilian defender Pedro Felipe and Moroccan striker Yassir Zabiri

    Racing Santander signs Brazilian defender Pedro Felipe from Juventus and Moroccan striker Yassir Zabiri on loan from Rennes, while other Spanish clubs and European teams complete notable player transfers.

  3. 11 days ago

    [SPORTS] 7 sources
    FC Barcelona targets Racing Santander defender Jorge Salinas for €4‑6 million

    FC Barcelona is pursuing Racing de Santander’s 19‑year‑old defender Jorge Salinas, offering €4‑6 million despite his €16 million release clause, after his role in Spain’s U‑19 Euro win.

Sources

albiazules.es · barcauniversal.com · butfootballclub.fr · diariodesevilla.es · diauno.com.mx · dobleamarilla.com.ar · elgoldigital.com · elnacional.cat · europasur.es · foot01.com · football.fr · indonesiaexpat.biz · labass.net · liner.hu · manutdnews.com · mundoDeportivo.com · mundodeportivo.com · okdiario.com · sorot.news.viva.co.id · sport.fr · the4thofficial.net · thepeoplesperson.com · walfoot.be

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