Manchester United have stepped up their pursuit of Como defender Jacobo Ramon, who is valued at €50 million, as a potential replacement for Lisandro Martinez. The 2026-27 Serie A season has seen Ramon establish himself as a key figure in Como's backline, attracting interest from the Premier League club.
According to reports from GOAL.com, United's scouting department has been monitoring the Spanish centre-back's progress closely. The 24-year-old joined Como in 2024 and has developed into one of the league's most consistent defenders, combining aerial strength with composure on the ball.
Martinez's long-term injury absence has accelerated United's search for defensive reinforcement. The Argentine international suffered a season-ending knee injury earlier this campaign, leaving a significant gap in Erik ten Hag's defensive options. Ramon's profile — left-footed, comfortable in a high defensive line, and experienced in a possession-based system — aligns with United's tactical requirements.
Negotiations are understood to be in the preliminary stages, with Como under no immediate pressure to sell given the player's contract runs until 2029. The Italian club's ambitious project, backed by the Hartono brothers, may complicate any potential deal unless United meet their €50 million valuation.
