Nico Paz Shines as Serie A’s Rising Star for August

Nico Paz has been named Serie A Rising Star of the Month for August. He has had an impressive start to the new season with Como. The midfielder chose to remain with the Italian club this summer. He rejected major transfer offers, including a quick dismissal of a €70 million bid from Tottenham, as he continues his development under coach Cesc Fabregas confirming that he will not leave Como.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Nico Paz was formerly part of Real Madrid’s academy. He delivered standout performances for Como in August, earning him the league’s top young talent award. Despite interest from European giants, Paz decided to stay with Como. His decision follows a breakthrough year in which he flourished under Fabregas, seeing his value and reputation surge. Real Madrid retains a buyback clause in his contract, allowing them to re-sign the Argentine talent for €9 million next summer.

COMO’S STRONG START AND PAZ’S FORM

Como’s campaign in Serie A has been promising. The club has picked up important early points under Fabregas’s guidance. Como are currently mid-table after two rounds, having secured one win and one loss, while Paz has become one of the team’s key players. He shows maturity and technical skill well beyond his years. Last season, he was already recognized as one of the best under-23 players in the league, scoring six goals and providing eight assists in 35 appearances for Como. This season, he continues to impress, with goals and assists in his first two games. Como currently sits mid-table, only three points behind leaders Juventus, Napoli, AS Roma and Cremonese. Their next match is against Genoa, which will be crucial as both teams look to improve their standings early in the season.

WHAT’S NEXT FOR PAZ AND REAL MADRID?

Looking ahead, Real Madrid carefully monitors Paz’s progress. He is expected to be brought back to Spain in 2026 when his buyback clause can be activated. Meanwhile, Como and Real Madrid are renegotiating the terms of the deal, especially since Como wants a better share if a large transfer happens. For now, Paz is focused on helping Como climb higher in Serie A and building his reputation in Italy. His next challenge comes against Genoa, with both clubs aiming to strengthen their positions early in the season.