Racing Santander is already in pre-season training with Sergio Canales as the only confirmed signing, but the Cantabrian club’s technical secretariat is pushing ahead with market moves to fill the void in midfield after the departures of Aldasoro and Peio Canales. The team, top of Segunda División with 82 points and 25 wins from 42 games, holds a five-point lead over Deportivo La Coruña and faces Osasuna away on October 18, 2026.

What does Racing Santander want from Matteo Prati?

Italian press reports say Racing Santander is negotiating with Cagliari for the signing of midfielder Matteo Prati, a 22-year-old with experience in Italy’s U21 side. The Cantabrian club, which has scored 90 goals and conceded 61 (+29 goal difference), needs to shore up a key position after Gustavo Puerta’s exit, which looks almost certain following multiple offers after his standout World Cup.

Prati has logged 62 official games for Cagliari in Serie A, scoring three goals. He also played on loan at Torino, making 10 appearances there. His profile fits the bill for José Alberto’s side, which is hunting for a midfielder with upside to consolidate its place near the top of the table.

Why is this signing important right now?

The summer market in Segunda División doesn’t wait, and Racing Santander can’t afford to fall behind. With the season just around the corner, the club needs to close deals fast to keep pace with a side that already tops the division. The potential arrival of Prati—whose contract runs until 2027, according to Italian sources—could be a key step toward a successful campaign.

Meanwhile, the next move could be the return of Pablo Ramón, the centre-back on loan from Espanyol last season. The 24-year-old already knows the dressing room, and the club sees his return as a positive, especially if Racing secures promotion to LaLiga.

What’s next for Racing Santander?

José Alberto’s team faces a tough run-in, with the Osasuna away trip next on the calendar. Pre-season will be crucial to integrate new signings and fine-tune a side that already has 82 points and an attacking style built on 90 goals scored. Santander’s fans are hoping the transfer window delivers the final pieces for a push into Spain’s top flight.