Negotiations between Real Madrid and Strasbourg for the transfer of 20-year-old Spanish striker Jacobo Ortega have ended without an agreement, which has created an opportunity for Elche to pursue a deal. The Real Madrid Castilla player's contract is valid until 2029, and he scored 21 goals in 80 appearances across various competitions in the 2025/2026 season. In July 2026, it was reported that the negotiations with Strasbourg involved a fee of approximately €8 million for 50% of the player's rights. According to Transfermarkt, Ortega's current market value is €1.00m.