League: LaLiga Sport: Soccer Country: Spain Category: Trades

Real Madrid targets Sergio Martínez for midfield signing

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 7:50 PM

Last updated Aug 19, 2026

Real Madrid targets Sergio Martínez for midfield signing

Summary

Real Madrid is reportedly close to finalizing a deal for 19-year-old Sergio Martínez of Racing Santander. According to Ramón Álvarez de Mon, the club expects the transfer to be completed, as Martínez has a release clause of 3 million. This summer, Martínez gained attention by scoring a long-range goal in his first top-flight match against Villarreal. If the transfer proceeds, Martínez may join Real Madrid Castilla or remain on loan at Racing Santander for continued development.

Source Links

Yahoo Sports

Market Watch

•Real Madrid considers the signing of Sergio Martínez a done deal.
•Martínez has a 3 million release clause.
•He recently scored in his first La Liga match.
•Possible loan back to Racing Santander after transfer.

Latest Updates

7:50 PMYahoo Sports — Real Madrid consider midfield starlet’s signing ‘a done deal’

What they're saying

"
The brass at La Liga giants Real Madrid are confident that they have all but put a deal in place to add to the club’s midfield ranks for the seasons ahead.That’s according to Blancos insider Ramó...
— Yahoo Sports

Related Teams & Leagues

Real Madrid Atletico Madrid LaLiga Soccer