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Real Madrid sign Sergio Martínez from Racing Santander

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 1, 2026, 12:10 PM

Last updated Sep 1, 2026

Real Madrid sign Sergio Martínez from Racing Santander
Summary

Real Madrid secured the transfer of midfielder Sergio Martínez from Racing Santander on Monday. The 19-year-old attracted interest from multiple La Liga clubs following a performance on his league debut against Villarreal. Real Madrid finalized the deal by paying the full buyout clause in a single installment as stipulated in the player's contract. The agreement concluded negotiations that accelerated in the days leading up to the transfer deadline. Martínez is expected to join Real Madrid Castilla, the club's reserve side, to continue his development. Racing Santander confirmed the departure of the Laredo native through an official statement.

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  • •Real Madrid signed 19-year-old midfielder Sergio Martínez from Racing Santander.
  • •The transfer fee was paid in a single installment via a buyout clause.
  • •Martínez earned interest after scoring on his La Liga debut against Villarreal.
  • •The midfielder will initially join the Real Madrid Castilla reserve team.
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  • 12:10 PMYahoo Sports — Real Madrid €3 million new signing can follow in the footsteps of Casemiro and Valverde
  • 4:50 PMYahoo Sports — Official: Real Madrid secure midfield starlet’s signing
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Real Madrid have officially completed the signing of Racing Santander midfielder Sergio Martinez, adding another highly-rated young player to their long-term plans.The Spanish giants have paid €3 mi...

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Real Madrid have this week closed an agreement to add to the club’s midfield ranks for the present and future alike. This comes courtesy of the signing of Sergio Martínez from La Liga rivals Racin...

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