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Jorge Salinas remains at Racing amid transfer and Barcelona defensive shifts interest
On August 23, As of September 5, 2026, Jorge Salinas accepted an offer from FC Barcelona, potentially disrupting a pursuit by Atlético Madrid. Atlético’s interest in the 19-year-old defender was reportedly hindered by financial constraints linked to the status of José María Giménez. This acquisition coincides with uncertainty regarding Alejandro Balde’s future at Barcelona, following his recent exclusion from the squad for the match against Elche. Barcelona has valued the 22-year-old defender at approximately €30 to €40 million. Manchester United is reportedly monitoring Balde’s situation and has expressed interest, though they may prefer a loan deal remained with an option to buy. As of August 26, 2026, Racing de Santander continues to prepare for Salinas’s potential departure. despite significant interest from major clubs. While Barcelona’s immediate urgency has reportedly had previously decreased because Balde is now expected due to stay, the club maintains contact through agent Jorge Mendes. expected retention of Alejandro Balde, Atlético de Madrid remains emerged as a likely destination due primary contender seeking to a direct need for left-sided reinforcements. To mitigate cover the impact left flank following the sale of Matteo Ruggeri. Negotiations with Atlético de Madrid reportedly stalled because the club was unwilling to meet Salinas’s full €16 million release clause, offering instead €14 million plus several players. Racing’s sporting director, Chema Aragón, maintained a sale, firm stance on the clause to protect the player’s value. In response to Salinas’s decision to stay, Racing is targeting 30-year-old Swiss-Portuguese left-back Ulisses García expected to improve his contract, adjust his salary, and potentially increase his release clause to safeguard him from Olympique de Marseille. Additionally, Racing future interest. Salinas, who recorded seven assists during his promotion season, has secured started the loan of 22-year-old Italian midfielder Matteo Prati from Cagliari. Further squad management is underway current LaLiga season as Racing negotiates with young player Sergio Martínez regarding a potential move regular and is considered a candidate for the Spanish U-21 national team. Other clubs previously linked to the defender include Manchester United. Regarding other squad movements, Racing continues to manage the future of 19-year-old midfielder Sergio Martínez. Real Madrid. Discussions suggest Madrid remains linked to the player, with discussions suggesting a possible agreement structure where Martínez would join the Madrid club but remain with at Racing for on loan through the 2026-27 season before officially joining the Madrid club in June 2027 to ensure he gains necessary consistent playing time in the top division. Recent reports indicate Martínez’s time. His release clause stands at is reported to be 3 million euros.