Racing Club is considering 29-year-old Argentinian centre-back Mateo Carabajal, who plays for Independiente del Valle in Ecuador, as one of several defenders to reinforce their squad following the departure of Agustín García Basso and an injury to Marco Di Césare. The club's management has Carabajal under observation, but the financial aspect of a potential deal will be a crucial factor in determining whether he joins. Carabajal joined Independiente del Valle in July 2021 and his contract runs until the end of 2027. In the 25/26 LigaPro Serie A season, he has made 21 appearances, scoring one goal. His current market value is estimated by Transfermarkt to be €900k.