Racing Santander has admitted that the option for Julen Agirrezabala, the Athletic Club goalkeeper, was financially unviable. The club's sporting director, Chema Aragón, has confirmed that the numbers did not add up and that the club has decided to look for alternative signings to strengthen their team.
According to Aragón, Agirrezabala was the club's primary target, but the terms proposed by the Athletic Club were not viable. The goalkeeper had spent the previous season on loan at Valencia, but suffered injury problems that made him lose his place in the team.
Racing Santander, who are currently top of the Segunda División with 68 points and 21 wins, 5 draws and 10 losses in 36 games, are now looking to strengthen their team for the next season. With 75 goals scored and 55 conceded, the club are 7 points clear of Almeria at the top of the table.
What happened with Agirrezabala?
The Athletic Club had loaned Agirrezabala to Valencia the previous season, but the goalkeeper suffered injury problems that made him lose his place in the team. The club did not exercise the option to buy the player, who returned to the Athletic Club in July.
Why is it important for Racing Santander?
The option for Agirrezabala was key for Racing Santander's team, who are looking to strengthen their goalkeeper position for the next season. The decision not to pursue the option for the player is a blow for the club, who now must look for alternative signings to strengthen their team.
What comes next?
Racing Santander will now look to strengthen their team for the next season. The club have 75 goals scored and 55 conceded, and are 7 points clear of Almeria at the top of the table. The next fixture is on February 28, when the club will face Rayo Vallecano at home.
