Arsenal and Chelsea are both keen on central defender Jacobo Ramon from Como. The 21-year-old Spaniard has made a strong impression in Serie A after his departure from Real Madrid, drawing the attention of elite clubs once more.
Ramon joined Como in the summer of 2025 for €2.5 million, with Madrid retaining 50% of his rights and an option to bring him back at the end of the current season for €9 million.
However, the defender is not interested in returning to Real Madrid if it means being relegated to a fourth-choice centre-back role. Instead, he prioritises consistent playing time and aims to focus on his performances with Como for the remainder of the season.
Having been with Real's youth system since the age of eight, he made his first-team debut in 2025. The move to Italy has allowed him to gain significantly more playing time and establish himself at the senior level.
Now, Arsenal and Chelsea are keeping a close eye on his development. The London clubs see Ramon as a promising defender with the experience of regular play in one of Europe's top leagues.
For Arsenal, Ramon's style of play is particularly appealing. He is comfortable on the ball and adept at starting attacks from the back—qualities that manager Mikel Arteta values highly in his centre-backs.
However, playing time will likely weigh heavily in Ramon's decision when selecting his next club. He has already indicated that he is not interested in sacrificing his starting position at Como for a spot on the bench in a more prestigious team.
A decision on the defender's future is expected to be made next summer. In addition to interest from Arsenal and Chelsea, much will depend on whether Real Madrid decides to exercise their option to bring back their prodigy for €9 million.
