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Chelsea considers Jacobo Ramon as central defender option this summer

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 25, 2026, 8:02 AM

Last updated Jun 25, 2026

Chelsea considers Jacobo Ramon as central defender option this summer

Summary

Chelsea is restructuring its defensive lineup as they aim to add at least one central defender under new manager Xabi Alonso. The club is interested in Trevoh Chalobah, who is attracting attention from Serie A club Como, and is focusing on Maxence Lacroix from Crystal Palace. Another potential target is Jacobo Ramon, a 21-year-old centre-back from Como. Chelsea's defensive revamp follows the sale of Marc Cucurella to Real Madrid and a planned signing of Atalanta defender Marco Palestra. The club is planning significant changes before Alonso officially takes charge.

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Key Details

•Chelsea aims to rebuild defense under Xabi Alonso this summer.
•Interest in Trevoh Chalobah comes from Serie A's Como.
•Maxence Lacroix is also a key target for the Blues.
•Jacobo Ramon is a potential option from Como.
•Chelsea sold Marc Cucurella and plans to sign Marco Palestra.

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8:02 AMYahoo Sports — Ramon an option in Chelsea centre-back hunt

What they're saying

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Chelsea are aiming to rebuild their defensive line under new manager Xabi Alonso this summer. The Blues want to add at least one central defender to their squad - amid interest in Trevoh Chalobah from Serie A club Como - and Crystal Palace's Maxence Lacroix is emerging as a key target. Another option being considered by Chelsea is 21-year-old Como centre-back Jacobo Ramon.
— Yahoo Sports

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