What you need to know about Chelsea’s exciting centre-back target Jacobo Ramon
Chelsea signed Maxence Lacroix from Crystal Palace in the summer, but it looks like they could bring in another central defender soon amid links with Como’s Jacobo Ramon.
Last week, it was reported that Chelsea are interested in signing Ramon. While Real Madrid can re-sign Ramon for as little £7m after selling 50% of the Spaniard’s rights to Como, it is thought that he has no intention of returning and staying at the Santiago Bernabeu.
That is good news for Chelsea and Arsenal, who are also said to be interested in Ramon. But who exactly is the Como star? Here is everything Blues fans need to know about him.
What is Jacobo Ramon’s playing style?
Ramon is a big and physical centre-half who relishes duels against strikers. Unsurprisingly, like most Spanish defenders, he is also adept on the ball and can play out of his backline.
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How old is Jacobo Ramon?
Ramon is only 21, so he is a perfect fit for Chelsea’s transfer strategy: a young and talented footballer with huge potential. At the same time, though, the Spaniard looks capable of making an immediate impact at Stamford Bridge.
How tall is Jacobo Ramon?
Ramon is a giant, standing at 6’5″. Chelsea have looked very vulnerable at set pieces this season so could perhaps do with a figure like him.
In fact, according to WhoScored, defending set pieces is actually one of Chelsea’s four weaknesses.
Which clubs has he played for?
Ramon has only represented Como and Real Madrid so far in his career. Como qualified for the Champions League last season, and Real Madrid are Real Madrid, so it is not a bad CV!
Has he played for Spain yet?
No, but it should not be too long before Ramon earns his first senior cap. He is performing in one of Europe’s top leagues and is capped for Spain at under-21 level.
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