Espanyol Nears Deal for Facundo González with Pablo Ramón Option

RCD Espanyol are close to completing their first signing for the upcoming season, bringing Uruguayan defender Facundo González to the club. The move involves a transfer from Racing, with Pablo Ramón mentioned as a possible swap option. Club director Monchi is leading the negotiations and is said to be near agreement on the deal. The signing would be the first addition before the summer transfer window opens. González is a product of Espanyol’s own youth system, having been developed in the club’s cantera. His return marks a homecoming for the defender. The Uruguayan centre‑back enjoyed a strong campaign with Racing prior to the proposed move. His performances have attracted interest from his former club. Pablo Ramón has been identified as a potential piece of exchange in the transaction. Details of any swap have not been disclosed. The acquisition would reinforce Espanyol’s defensive options ahead of the new campaign. The club aims to finalise the transfer before the market opens. If completed, González would join a back line that is being reshaped under Monchi’s direction. The signing reflects Espanyol’s strategy of integrating academy graduates. Espanyol expect to announce the deal in the coming days, completing their first recruitment ahead of the summer window. The club will continue to monitor the market for further additions.