Barcelona near Salinas signing as €100m Alvarez bid looms

Barcelona are on the verge of securing 19‑year‑old Racing Santander defender Jorge Salinas on a two‑year contract, while the club has also tabled a €100 million bid for Julian Alvarez. The moves come as Hansi Flick pushes for squad stability amid ongoing transfer activity. Salinas, 19, helped Racing Santander win promotion to La Liga as second‑division champions. He carries an €8 million release clause and can operate as left‑back or left‑sided centre‑back, offering tactical flexibility without immediate first‑team pressure. Andreas Christensen, 30, is close to a two‑year extension at Flick’s request after missing half of last season with a knee ligament injury in December. The deal includes a significant pay cut, reflecting Barcelona’s financial reality and his willingness to stay.

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Julian Alvarez told , “This isn’t the right time to talk about this, but I can’t hide away either — I try to be an honest person. I’ve spoken to the people at Atletico Madrid and I think a transfer is the best thing for everyone. I want to fulfil my dream.” Barcelona have interpreted his comments as confirmation of his desire. The club reportedly submitted a €100 million offer to Atletico Madrid, which responded with fake transfer rumors on social media. Diego Kochen is set to join Lyngby Boldklub on loan with an option to buy. Ansu Fati’s transfer to Monaco is being finalised, with Monaco expected to trigger an €11 million option and a 30 percent future sell‑on clause.

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Marc‑Andre ter Stegen’s situation remains unresolved, while Marc Casado is expected to seek a new club after being told his minutes will be limited. Barcelona also aim to protect young midfielders Marc Bernal, Fermin Lopez and Gavi, and to balance the squad around Lamine Yamal’s creative role. Anthony Gordon arrived from Newcastle for €80 million before the World Cup, adding pace and directness to the attack. With Robert Lewandowski departing at the end of his contract, the centre‑forward vacancy intensifies the need for a forward like Alvarez.