Bayer: Jeanuël Belocian on his way to Santander

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By: Manu Tournoux

Bought for 15 million euros by Bayer Leverkusen in the summer of 2024 after a sparkling debut in the Stade Rennais jersey, Jeanuël Belocian (21) is preparing to turn a new contrasting page in his European adventure. Brutally slowed down by a serious injury in his first months with the German champion, then sent to relaunch on loan to Wolfsburg during the last financial year (16 appearances), the former French Espoirs international nevertheless seemed very close to making his comeback in France. Long announced in the sights of RC Lens to reinforce the Artois rearguard in the final hours of the market, the native of Abymes will finally take a completely different trajectory to everyone’s surprise.

According to our information, confirming the revelations of the Spanish and German press, the French central defender is today one step away from signing up for Racing Santander. Barring an incredible last-minute turnaround, the various parties are currently refining the final details of a season-long loan on the other side of the Pyrenees. A bold and unexpected choice for the Guadeloupean, firmly determined to regain significant playing time and to definitively relaunch his career far from the spotlight of the Bundesliga.