League: Champions League Sport: Soccer Country: Global Category: Scores & Results

Chelsea eyes Jacobo Ramón as second Serie A signing this summer

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 25, 2026, 12:05 PM

Last updated Jun 25, 2026

Chelsea eyes Jacobo Ramón as second Serie A signing this summer

Summary

Chelsea is pursuing Como defender Jacobo Ramón as part of its summer transfer strategy under Xabi Alonso. The club has already agreed to sign Atalanta right-back Marco Palest. Ramón, who played a key role in Como's fourth-place finish in Serie A, is regarded as a strong fit for Chelsea's defense due to his height and performance statistics. The 21-year-old also impressed with significant contributions in aerial duels and passing accuracy last season. Chelsea has made contact with Crystal Palace regarding another defender, Maxence Lacroix.

Source Links

Yahoo Sports

Market Watch

•Chelsea targets Como defender Jacobo Ramón for its defense.
•The club has reached an agreement with Atalanta for Marco Palest.
•Ramón contributed to Como's Champions League qualification last season.
•He excelled in defensive metrics among under-22 centre-backs in Serie A.
•Chelsea is also in talks with Crystal Palace over Maxence Lacroix.

Latest Updates

12:05 PMYahoo Sports — Chelsea target second Serie A raid after Palestra deal

What they're saying

"
Chelsea are interested in signing Como defender Jacobo Ramón as the club continue their rebuild under Xabi Alonso.The West Londoners have reached an agreement to sign Atalanta right-back Marco Palest...
— Yahoo Sports

Related Teams & Leagues

Chelsea Real Madrid Atletico Madrid Champions League Soccer