{
  "id": 9374621,
  "title": "Jacobo Ramon talks Mbappe, Kroos, Modric, possible Real Madrid return: ‘I’m focused on the present’",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/23/jacobo-ramon-talks-mbappe-kroos-modric-possible-real-madrid-return-im",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-23T16:50:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/jacobo-ramon-talks-mbappe-kroos-165000980.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Jacobo Ramon, a former Real Madrid academy graduate, is currently playing for Italian club Como. Recently, he discussed his future plans, the exodus of young players from Real Madrid, and his thoughts on Kylian Mbappe's Ballon d’Or chances during a training camp in Spain. Ramon emphasized that his primary focus is on his development at Como for the remainder of the season, with a buy-back option remaining in effect for Los Blancos. He expressed his belief that the exodus of academy players is a positive sign, as it indicates the success of the youth academy in providing opportunities for young talents to gain valuable playing experience. When asked about the challenges of breaking through at Real Madrid, Ramon acknowledged that playing time is not guaranteed, but highlighted how last season saw a record number of debuts at the club. Regarding the Ballon d’Or race, Ramon praised Mbappé's exceptional season and considered him one of the frontrunners alongside Lamine Yamal.",
  "summary": "Jacobo Ramon is one of many Real Madrid academy graduates to have sought first-team football away from the Bernabeu, having joined Italian side Como last season.The defender, who made his Real Madrid ...",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}