Will he or won't he? Lionel Messi has a massive decision to make and, just eight months before the start of the 2026 World Cup, we still don't know whether he'll lead Argentina's title defence. "At my age, it's only logical to think I might not," the 38-year-old told TyC Sports just last month. But, let's face it, there's never really anything logical about Messi's career.
Real Madrid are preparing two key bargain signings for 2026 as part of a long-term squad rejuvenation plan. The Spanish giants are monitoring Stuttgart midfielder Chema Andres, viewed as a potential successor to Aurelien Tchouameni, while also finalising plans to bring back Nico Paz from Como. Both moves could cost under €20 million combined.
Cesc Fabregas claims that Como sensation Nico Paz is getting Lionel Messi-esque treatment from Serie A rivals. World Cup winner Fabregas once played alongside Messi at Barcelona, with opponents eager to keep the ball away from him as much as possible. Paz is, much like his Argentina international team-mate, considered to be another match-altering talent.
Como sensation Nico Paz admits to watching Lionel Messi videos on YouTube as he attempts to “replicate” what the Inter Miami superstar is capable of. Paz is now an Argentina international team-mate of the eight-time Ballon d’Or winner, but continues to use his illustrious fellow countryman as a source of inspiration when it comes to enhancing his own game.
Tottenham have reportedly submitted an improved transfer bid worth €70m (£61m/$82m) for Como star Nico Paz, but the Serie A side have rejected the offer. Spurs have made Paz their primary target after missing out on Eberechi Eze to arch-rivals Arsenal. However, Paz wants to stay at Como this season before returning to Real Madrid, who have a buy-back option on the Argentine.
Cesc Fabregas sent a clear message to Tottenham after Nico Paz starred in Como's victory over Lazio in a Serie A clash on Sunday. It has been reported that Spurs are stepping up their efforts to sign the Argentine midfielder after missing out on top target Eberechi Eze to Arsenal.
Tottenham have reportedly shifted their focus to AS Monaco’s rising star Maghnes Akliouche after Arsenal hijacked their move for Eberechi Eze in brutal fashion. The deal, which Spurs insiders believed was all but wrapped up, was snatched away at the eleventh hour, plunging them into chaos and igniting fury among already restless supporters.
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