Barcelona, Jorge Salinas, Racing Santander and Jorge Mendes
20 June 2026
Barcelona are trying to sign Racing Santander defender Jorge Salinas before his release clause doubles from €8 million to €16 million on July 1. The 19-year-old impressed last season while playing at left-back and centre-back.
Jorge Mendes has helped push talks forward, with Salinas reportedly favouring Barcelona over rival interest. Deco wants to lower the fee by including a reserve player on loan before shifting focus toward a new centre-forward.