Transfer Rumour Unconfirmed · Early speculationGiveMeSportUnverified sourceVia Alfie Cairns Culshaw· 4 Aug 2026
Newcastle Face Man Utd Battle for Salinas
Newcastle's pursuit of Jorge Salinas hits a snag as Manchester United enter the race.
Jorge Salinas
player
Player
Jorge Salinas
Position
Defender
Current club
Racing Santander
Linked clubs
Newcastle United, Manchester United
What happened. Newcastle United face competition from Manchester United in the race to sign Racing Santander defender Jorge Salinas.
- Manchester United have joined the chase for Salinas.
- Newcastle had been leading the pursuit.
- Salinas is described as a 'complete' La Liga star.
The transfer race is heating up, with both Premier League clubs vying for the defender's signature.
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