French defender Jeanuël Belocian has been officially unveiled as a new Racing Santander player after joining on loan from Bayer Leverkusen. The player already made his debut with minutes at Butarque against Rayo Vallecano and could earn his first start this Saturday against Alavés.
At his presentation, Belocian explained the reasons behind his move to Santander. "This team was the best option I had," stated the player. Although he remains a Bayer Leverkusen footballer, the left-footed centre-back was looking for a project where he could progress and felt Racing's was the most suitable. Beyond sport, the player from Guadeloupe also valued personal factors. He thanked his new teammates for their warm welcome and joked about the importance of the beach in his daily life.
The club's sporting director, Chema Aragón, was the one who highlighted the qualities of the new signing. "He is a footballer of the highest level and I am delighted that he is here," he told reporters. Aragón emphasised Belocian's versatility, capable of playing both as a left-sided centre-back and left-back, and praised his good footwork and aerial defensive ability.
Jeanuël Belocian describes himself as an aggressive defender who loves to have the ball. His arrival comes at a key moment for a squad looking to establish itself in the top flight. The Cantabrian team currently occupies a mid-table position in the standings after the opening matchdays, and the defensive reinforcement aims to add solidity.
His arrival on a dry loan, according to verified data, is a low-risk operation with high potential for immediate performance. The player is under contract with Bayer Leverkusen until June 2028.
The first major test for Belocian in the green-and-white shirt is just around the corner. This Saturday, Racing Santander will face Deportivo Alavés at the Estadio El Sardinero, a match for which the manager is strongly considering starting him. This fixture is part of a busy schedule in September that includes matches against direct rivals.
At 21 years old, Belocian becomes one of the youngest players in a defence that mixes experience and youth. His squad number has not yet been made official, but he is expected to take one reserved for defenders. The French player has the opportunity to secure a regular spot in one of the team's most important lines during this 2026/27 season.
