Real Madrid set to trigger Nico Paz buy-back clause after seeing midfielder inspire Como to 10th place finish in Serie A

According to Relevo's Matteo Moretto, Real Madrid are set to trigger Como midfielder Nico Paz's buy-back clause. Como, who were promoted to Serie A for the 2024/25 season, signed the midfielder to strengthen Cesc Fabregas' side for €6 million. However, Madrid held a buy-back clause worth €8 million and could trigger it within a few days.

A graduate of the Real Madrid youth academy, Nico Paz signed for Como in the summer of 2024. Under the guidance of Cesc Fabregas, Paz quickly became one of the standout players in the league. He scored six goals and provided eight assists this season, earning him the Serie A Best U-23 Player award. A versatile player who can operate as an attacking midfielder or a winger, Xabi Alonso could be tempted to bring him back to the Bernabeu.

According to Opta, Nico Paz leads Serie A in goal-creating actions with 16. He also tops the charts for successful take-ons, having dribbled past 69 players. These statistics highlight his ability to combine flair as a dribbler with creativity from midfield.

Real Madrid will travel to the United States, where they will take on Al-Hilal on the 19th of June. Meanwhile, Nico Paz awaits further developments in case Real Madrid could trigger his clause before the FIFA Club World Cup, which means he could join the team for the tournament.