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Barcelona exploring youth exchange for highly sought-after talent Jorge Salinas

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 12, 2026, 8:50 AM

Last updated Jul 12, 2026

Barcelona exploring youth exchange for highly sought-after talent Jorge Salinas

Summary

Barcelona is preparing several youth players as part of a deal to acquire Jorge Salinas from Racing Santander. The Catalan club is looking to boost its youth segment amid interest from Atletico Madrid. Discussions have centered around a cash valuation discrepancy, with Racing valuing Salinas at €16 million after their promotion to LaLiga. Barcelona had initially hoped to sign him for €8 million. The situation is complicated, but a potential season-long loan back to Racing has also been mentioned as an option.

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•Barcelona is considering offering youth players to sign Jorge Salinas.
•Racing Santander insists Salinas is valued at €16 million.
•Barcelona initially targeted Salinas with a belief his release clause was €8 million.
•Atletico Madrid has also expressed interest in Salinas.
•A loan-back option for Salinas is under discussion.

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8:50 AMYahoo Sports — Barcelona ready to offer several youth players in exchange deal to sign Spanish top talent

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