To start out the Apertura season Atlético Nacional stayed undefeated in the first five games, Ramírez started the first two matches as Nacional won both but was relegated to the bench the following three. Ramírez returned to the starting line up in the sixth match against Deportivo Cali but Nacional lost 2–0. His first goal of the season came in a 2–2 draw against Independiente Medellín in week nine. Nacional ended third place with 32 points as Ramírez appeared in the majority of the matches that season either as a substitute or a starter. Ramírez was a big part of Nacional winning the semifinals Group A, he appeared in every match including the 3–2 victory over Boyacá Chico in the final match, which secured them a place in the final against Atlético Huila, the team ended with 13 points two over Deportivo Cali who drew with Ramírez former club Santa Fe 1–1 in the final match.