Racing Santander has completed the permanent signing of Facundo González after securing promotion to LaLiga. The Cantabrian club, which finished the 2025 season as Segunda División leaders with 68 points (21 wins, 5 draws, 10 losses), triggered the Uruguayan's buyout clause following their 4-1 victory over Valladolid. González, 22, arrives from Juventus for a fee close to €2.5 million, as confirmed by club sources.
Who is Facundo González?
The Uruguayan centre-back, born in Montevideo, joined Juventus in 2023 from Valencia for €1.75 million. Though he never debuted for the Turin side, stints at Sampdoria and Feyenoord gave him European experience. At Racing Santander, González became a key starter, making 27 appearances in the Segunda División and scoring one goal.
Why is this important for Racing Santander?
González's permanent arrival strengthens a defence that conceded only 55 goals last season, the second-best record in the division. His international experience and reading of the game will be crucial as the team adapts to LaLiga. The transfer also represents an economic gain for Juventus, which makes a €750,000 profit.
What's next for Racing?
With the squad already undergoing renewal, the next challenge will be their LaLiga debut on 2027-02-21 against Alavés. Meanwhile, fans celebrate their return to the top flight after years in the second division.
