Real Madrid Opts Against Nico Paz Buyback, Como Set to Keep Young Midfielder

Real Madrid will not use the €8 million buyback option for Nico Paz. This decision lets the Argentine midfielder stay with Como for another season. It helps Como build their team for the 2025/26 Serie A season. Madrid can still bring Paz back next year for a bit more money.

According to a previous report, Nico Paz remains at Como for the 2025/26 season.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Real Madrid told Como they won’t buy Nico Paz back for €8 million this summer. Paz will stay with the Italian team for the next Serie A season. Madrid has the option to re-sign him for €9 million next summer. This choice means Paz won’t return to Madrid quickly. He joined Como for the 2024/25 season and became an important midfielder for them.

According to a previous report, Nico Paz scored six goals and made eight assists in 35 Serie A appearances last season.

COMO’S AMBITIONS AND PAZ’S DEVELOPMENT

Como finished in the middle of the Serie A last season. They are in the top league but not competing for European spots. Nico Paz is important to the club’s future plans, and manager Cesc Fabregas will help his growth. Some say moving to a team fighting for European spots might help Paz more. But staying another year at Como gives him valuable playing time and experience in Italy’s top league.

Como FC finished 10th in Serie A last season, and Como FC is led by coach Cesc Fabregas.

WHAT NEXT FOR REAL MADRID AND COMO?

Como wants to do better in Serie A with Paz leading the midfield in 2025/26. Their first match is against Empoli, who barely avoided relegation last year. It’s a good chance for Como to start strong. Real Madrid can still bring Paz back for €9 million next summer. If he plays well in Italy, Madrid may want him back for 2026/27 as they keep adding young talent to their team.