Man United Ready to Trigger €16m Release Clause for Jorge Salinas
A clause-triggering bid would signal United's intent to secure long-term left-back cover for their summer rebuild.
Overview
- Reports on Friday say Manchester United are prepared to pay Racing Santander's €16 million release clause for 19-year-old Jorge Salinas and that Michael Carrick has approved the pursuit.
- Racing sporting director Chema Aragón has publicly insisted any club wanting Salinas must trigger the clause and will not accept a lower fee.
- Barcelona held an earlier option to sign Salinas for about €8 million before June 30 but chose not to exercise it and are reported to be unwilling to meet the full €16 million clause.
- United turned their attention to Salinas after an approach for Lewis Hall faltered because Newcastle have made clear they do not want to sell him.
- Salinas is a versatile defender who impressed in Racing's promotion season with seven assists, and a move to Old Trafford would raise questions about immediate playing time and his long-term development at a big club.