Chelsea to accelerate 27-yr-old deal even if expulsion from Europe follows - verdict

Chelsea's strong interest in Jacobo Ramon of Como could soon materialise into a bid after new developments at Stamford Bridge.

Xabi Alonso has already made some incredible changes to the squad, signing Morgan Rogers and Maxence Lacroix for a combined £169million.

Marco Palestra and Geovany Quenda are expected to play big roles next season, with Danny Welbeck coming in as an experienced figure up front.

Some supporters may not even recognise the team once the 2026-27 campaign kicks off, and the new manager is clearly not stopped there.

Ramon has been linked with a switch to West London since Alonso was appointed, and he could soon find himself jetting into the capital to complete a deal.

Axel Disasi, Benoit Badiashile and Trevoh Chalobah have all been shown the exit door this summer, and it is the latter who could help facilitate a move.

Jacobo Ramon could quickly replace exit-bound Chelsea defender

Chalobah and Como has been one of the stories of the summer for Chelsea, and it finally appears to be coming to a close.

Journalist Fabrizio Romano has issued his famous "here we go" post, and while his information has been questioned over recent weeks, this has been coming for some time.

It is understood that the 27-year-old wanted the move to Serie A, where he can ensure more minutes, and he would be even more key there if Ramon were to leave.

The 21-year-old started 30 of Como's 38 Serie A games last term, sparking a lot of interest from around Europe, including from those at Stamford Bridge.

While UEFA's new 45-day rule could add a complication to any deal with the Blues, Chalobah's exit would suggest that a move to Ramon might be around the corner.

Who else could Xabi Alonso sell this summer?

Chelsea are clearly not afraid to splash the cash, even if it comes with a potential punishment for skewed finances, or expulsion from Europe.

Speaking to Football Insider, that's exactly what finance expert Stefan Borson has warned the West London club of, but it's no use.

The Blues were be even more in the spotlight were they to sign Ramon just after selling Chalobah to the same club, but they'll do anything to sign a talented player on the market.

Football Insider understands that Chelsea could sell a total of five defenders before the window closes, with Nicolas Jackson, Liam Delap and Emanuel Emegha likely to follow as well.