Former Real Madrid prodigy’s return to the club ‘close’; final decision at the end of season

Nico Paz’s Stunning Rise at Como 1907 Could Lead to Real Madrid Return

Nico Paz’s decision to leave Real Madrid for Como 1907 last summer has proven to be a masterstroke, as the young Argentine midfielder has thrived in Italy. At just 20 years old, Paz has cemented himself as a key figure under Cesc Fàbregas in Serie A, contributing five goals and four assists across 22 league matches. His rapid development has now reignited interest from his former club.

Real Madrid retained a buyback clause when selling Paz, along with a future sell-on percentage, ensuring they still have a stake in his career. Now, reports from MARCA suggest that a return to the Santiago Bernabéu is becoming increasingly likely, with discussions within the club gaining momentum. While no final decision has been made, Real Madrid could trigger his €9 million buyback clause this summer—a sum that poses no financial concern for the Spanish giants, especially after receiving €6 million from Como during the initial transfer.

Aware of his importance, Como attempted to renegotiate terms with Real Madrid to remove the buyback option, but the La Liga champions refused. Beyond Paz, Real Madrid is also monitoring former players such as Miguel Gutiérrez at Girona and several other academy graduates, reinforcing their commitment to tracking young talent that has flourished elsewhere.