Real Oviedo is finalizing the loan signing of Chris Ramos, the 29-year-old striker from Botafogo Brazil, in a decisive move to strengthen their attack and lead their push for promotion to Primera División. The deal, confirmed by club sources, addresses an urgent need after uncertainty surrounded the forward position.

Who is Chris Ramos and why does Real Oviedo want him?

Chris Ramos, born in Cádiz, has over 100 appearances in Segunda División with crucial goals for Lugo and Cádiz. He scored 16 goals in three seasons with Lugo and 15 total in Primera with Cádiz between 2022 and 2024. His debut for Botafogo in August 2025 was spectacular: a brace in his first match. But in the last 12 months, he’s netted only four goals, leaving him out of the Brazilian coach’s plans.

How is the deal structured and what does it mean for the team?

The deal is structured as a loan with an option to buy, benefiting all sides. Botafogo, which exercised its mandatory purchase clause for €5 million in June 2026, is releasing a player who doesn’t fit their project. For Real Oviedo, Ramos is the immediate solution: Joaquín Delgado and Víctor Mingo aren’t guaranteed spots, and Paraschiv is seeking a new club. Ramos, with proven experience in both Spanish tiers, is the leader this attack needs.

What changes in the squad with his arrival?

With the official signing of Alexandru Isfan from Farul Constanța, Real Oviedo now has two strikers on contract. But Ramos, with his Spanish pedigree and knack for scoring under pressure, is the piece that elevates the level. Jesús Martínez pursued him since his Lugo days, and now, with the club in full promotion mode, the timing is perfect. His Primera experience and winning mentality could be decisive in key matches this season.

What comes next after the signing?

Ramos’s presentation is expected within days, following medicals and administrative formalities. The club hasn’t disclosed loan fees, but insiders say Botafogo will cover part of his salary. With Ramos in the starting XI, Real Oviedo can now play a more direct, lethal attack — something fans have demanded since the season began.