{"id":22697,"date":"2026-07-29T20:25:57","date_gmt":"2026-07-29T20:25:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/playball.com.ng\/?p=22697"},"modified":"2026-07-29T20:25:57","modified_gmt":"2026-07-29T20:25:57","slug":"arsenal-remain-interest-in-comos-young-defender-jacobo-ramon","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/playball.com.ng\/?p=22697","title":{"rendered":"Arsenal remain interest in Como’s young defender Jacobo Ramon"},"content":{"rendered":"


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Arsenal\u2019s transfer priorities have changed following William Saliba\u2019s serious back injury, with the club now assessing several centre-backs capable of covering his extended absence.
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Como youngster Jacobo Ram\u00f3n has emerged as one of the more intriguing options after an impressive breakthrough season in Serie A.<\/p>\n

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The 21-year-old would represent a long-term investment rather than a guaranteed Premier League starter, while Aston Villa\u2019s Ezri Konsa offers a more experienced alternative.<\/p>\n

Arsenal must therefore decide whether to prioritise immediate reliability or sign a defender who\u00a0 could eventually develop into an important part of Mikel Arteta\u2019s squad.<\/p>\n

Arsenal closely moniyoting Como\u2019s young defender<\/h2>\n

According to The Athletic, Arsenal have added Ram\u00f3n to their defensive shortlist after closely following his development in Italy.<\/p>\n

The former Real Madrid academy player impressed with his composure, aerial strength and confidence when building attacks from the back.<\/p>\n

Ram\u00f3n\u2019s profile fits Arsenal\u2019s preference for technically secure defenders who can defend large spaces.<\/p>\n

Statistical comparisons also place him among the closest stylistic matches to Saliba across Europe\u2019s major leagues.<\/p>\n

However, a deal could be complicated by Real Madrid\u2019s involvement.<\/p>\n

The Spanish club retained significant control over Ram\u00f3n\u2019s future after allowing him to join Como, including a large percentage of any future transfer and potential buy-back options.<\/p>\n

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Gunners need an immediate defensive solution<\/h2>\n

Sky Sports reports that Arsenal are also interested in Konsa, although there remains a significant gap between the clubs\u2019 valuations. The Villa defender is proven in the Premier League, rarely misses matches and can operate at centre-back or right-back.<\/p>\n

Signing defensive cover has become crucial because Saliba will be unavailable for an extended period while completing a managed rehabilitation programme.<\/p>\n

Arsenal\u2019s win rate has previously fallen from 68 per cent to 50 per cent when he has not started, showing how important his pace and recovery defending are to Arteta\u2019s system.<\/p>\n

Konsa is the safer option if Arsenal want someone capable of starting immediately during a title defence.<\/p>\n

He recorded the Premier League\u2019s highest ground-duel success rate among outfield players last season at 73 per cent and already understands the demands of English football.<\/p>\n

Ram\u00f3n may offer greater long-term value, but asking a 21-year-old to replace Saliba immediately would be risky.<\/p>\n

Arsenal should pursue the youngster only if they are confident another experienced defender can carry the short-term responsibility.<\/p>\n

Sky Sports update confirms Arsenal to face major transfer blow after attacker rejection<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

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