Barcelona is in advanced stages of negotiations to sign 19-year-old defender Jorge Salinas from Real Racing Club de Santander. Spanish media reports indicate that the club's sporting director Deco has reached an agreement with the young talent, and unless unforeseen issues arise, the transfer is expected to be completed before June 30.
Salinas plays primarily as a defender who is versatile enough to operate both centrally and as a left-back. In the past season, he contributed seven assists and started to show growth in offensive play, though his main strengths remain defensive capabilities. Former Racing and Deportivo La Coruña goalkeeper Paco Liaño highlights Salinas's physicality and success in duels: "He wins almost every duel on the field, has excellent jumping ability and strength, which helps him compete against bigger opponents."
Barcelona sees Salinas as a player fitting their tactical approach, with the ability to both manage deep play and support the attack from the flank. Liaño suggests that gaining more playing time—potentially by spending another season at Racing in La Liga—could be beneficial for Salinas before making a full transition to Barcelona's first team.
The club expects Salinas to adapt well to their football philosophy and views him as a long-term reinforcement in defense, bringing versatility and modern defensive traits. There is no information on competing clubs for the player, suggesting Barcelona is currently the frontrunner in this transfer.
This signing would be Barcelona's second summer acquisition, focused on strengthening their defensive options with future potential in mind.
