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Mourinho to monitor two former Real Madrid academy graduates this season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 6:35 PM

Last updated Aug 17, 2026

Mourinho to monitor two former Real Madrid academy graduates this season

Summary

Jose Mourinho will oversee the development of two former Real Madrid academy graduates, Chema Andres at VfB Stuttgart and Jacobo Ramon at Como, during the 2026-27 season. Real Madrid opted against exercising their buy-back clauses for both players this summer, as they believe more time is needed for their development. Both players are considered to address weaknesses in Real Madrid's midfield and defense. Mourinho personally endorsed the decision to monitor them closely before making any future plans regarding their return to the club or potential transfers.

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•Mourinho to monitor Chema Andres and Jacobo Ramon this season.
•Real Madrid decided not to exercise buy-back clauses for both players.
•Andres and Ramon will continue their development in Germany and Italy, respectively.
•Real Madrid aims to strengthen its midfield and defense based on future evaluations.

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6:35 PMYahoo Sports — Mourinho to closely monitor two former Real Madrid academy prospects this season – report

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According to Defensa Central, Real Madrid gave Jose Mourinho the option this summer of bringing back two academy graduates who are thriving away from the Bernabeu: Chema Andres and Jacobo Ramon. The p...
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