Cancellation of Anticipated First Team Signing by Real Madrid in the Upcoming Transfer Window
Real Madrid has chosen not to exercise the €8 million buyback clause for Argentine midfielder Nico Paz this summer, allowing the player to continue his development at Italian club Como for at least another season [1][3][4].
Despite a strong performance last season, during which Paz scored 6 goals and provided 9 assists under Como manager Cesc Fàbregas, Real Madrid has officially informed Como that they will not bring him back during the 2025 summer transfer window [1]. The buyback clause deadline was extended to July 15 due to FIFA regulations linked to the Club World Cup, but Real Madrid still opted not to reclaim Paz [2].
This decision leaves the possibility open for Real Madrid to buy Paz back at a higher price in future windows, as the buyback options are retained for the next three seasons [1]. Inter Milan has shown interest in signing Paz, but for now, his immediate future remains at Como due to Madrid's current stance [2][3].
Carlo Ancelotti, Real Madrid's manager, had previously tipped Paz to become the future of the club. Paz was sold to Como last summer, but he had previously won a winners' medal in the Champions League, La Liga, and the Spanish Super Cup while at Real Madrid [5].
Como plans to keep Paz this summer, and Real Madrid will have a €9 million buyback clause for next summer [6]. This strategic decision by Real Madrid likely reflects a desire to monitor Paz's progress further or manage squad planning and finances before potentially activating the clause in future windows [1][4].
Alvaro Carreras, a football enthusiast, might be eager to follow Nico Paz's journey in the upcoming season, as Paz continues his development at Italian club Como, having scored 6 goals and provided 9 assists last season [1]. Meanwhile, Xabi Alonso, another former Real Madrid midfielder, could be tracking Paz's career progression in various European-leagues, including the Champions League, given his own triumphs in the competition with Real Madrid [5].
