Chelsea and Manchester United are both said to be pursuing Jacobo Ramon, but Real Madrid seem to be in pole position to re-sign the Como centre-back next summer. Los Blancos have a buy-back clause that allows them to re-sign him for less than €9 million next summer.
Journalist Matteo Moretto has also said that Madrid plans to exercise their option in 2027. Ramon moved to Como from the Spanish giants for €2.5 million in the summer of 2025, but Real Madrid kept 50% of his economic rights, along with buy-back options.
That puts any Premier League clubs in a tricky situation. Como are said to value the Spain Under-21 international at €45 to €50 million, but Madrid are able to buy him back for a fraction of that price. Ramon has been on an impressive rise in Italy, with 32 Serie A games last season, including 30 starts.
He has continued his strong form this season, including a goal in the Champions League. He scored Como’s fourth goal in a 4-1 win over Manchester United on October 21, which has increased the interest from the Red Devils. For Chelsea, this comes at a crucial time, as Maxence Lacroix suffered a hamstring injury when the Blues exited the Carabao Cup at Anfield. He could be out until January, leaving Xabi Alonso short in defence.
However, Ramon is not a solution to the immediate issue. Most credible reports suggest he will not be available until next summer. Como have little incentive to sell him in January with Real Madrid’s option. If Chelsea want to add to their squad this winter, they would have to look elsewhere. Any move for Ramon would be a long-term deal and depends entirely on the decision of Real Madrid.
Jacobo Ramon Comments on Possible Move Back to Real Madrid
Ramon has done little to fuel speculation about his future. In an interview with La Gazzetta dello Sport while playing for Spain’s Under-21 team, he stated that he is focused on Como.
“I’ll only say one thing, which is an absolute certainty: I’m very happy at Como. We’ve only just started the season, and I’m not thinking about anything else. We need to have a great season, nothing more.”
Since moving to the club, Ramon has settled well under Cesc Fabregas, who personally called him to persuade him to move to Italy. The former Chelsea midfielder has made him one of the first names on his team sheet.
Ramon is contracted to stay at Como until 2030, but with the buy-back clause, it seems likely that his future will be decided in Madrid. Chelsea, United and any other clubs will have to wait for Los Blancos to decide next summer.