Manchester United targets Jorge Salinas for left-back position

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Last updated Aug 10, 2026

Manchester United targets Jorge Salinas for left-back position
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Manchester United is actively seeking a new left-back and has highlighted 19-year-old Jorge Salinas as a potential target. With a €16 million release clause in his contract, Salinas, who recently played a key role in Racing Santander's promotion to LaLiga, has garnered attention from several top European clubs, including Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain. United's initial plan to acquire Lewis Hall fell through as Newcastle deemed him untouchable, prompting a shift in focus to Salinas. His impressive performance at the Euro U19 tournament has further enhanced his profile, though questions remain about his readiness for a transition to the Premier League at such a young age.

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  • Manchester United seeks to recruit Jorge Salinas as a left-back.
  • Salinas has a €16 million release clause in his contract.
  • He played a crucial role in Racing Santander's promotion to LaLiga.
  • United shifted focus to Salinas after failing to secure Lewis Hall.
  • Salinas impressed at the Euro U19 tournament this summer.
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Manchester United are searching the market for a new left-back, and their next target could be the young Jorge Salinas.After buying Andrey Santos and Youri Tielemans, INEOS have seemingly put their mi...

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