At just 20 years old, Nico Paz is making headlines once again — this time for coming home. After a stellar season in Italy with Como 1907, the Argentine-Spanish midfielder is on the verge of returning to Real Madrid, the club that nurtured his early talent.

A Breakout Season in Italy

Last summer, Paz left Madrid for Como in Serie A in a €6 million move. Many saw it as a temporary step, but few predicted how quickly he would become one of the league’s standout young players. Under the guidance of Cesc Fàbregas, Nico delivered six goals and six assists — numbers that caught the eye of Europe’s biggest clubs, including Inter Milan.

However, Real Madrid had a plan all along. With a buy-back clause set at €8 million and 50% of his rights still held by Los Blancos, the club has decided to activate the option earlier than expected. They want their gem back — and for good reason.

A Strategic Move for a Changing Midfield

With Luka Modrić expected to say farewell after the Club World Cup, Real Madrid faces a crucial transition in midfield. While stars like Jude Bellingham, Eduardo Camavinga, and Aurélien Tchouaméni represent the future, there’s still room for a versatile, creative force like Nico Paz.

His return is seen not just as an investment in talent, but as a signal that Madrid continues to believe in the potential of its academy graduates — especially those who, like Paz, proved themselves elsewhere.

Praise from Argentina and Beyond

Lionel Scaloni, Argentina’s national team coach, has praised Nico’s progress and didn’t hesitate to back a return to Madrid. It’s easy to see why: Paz already scored in the UEFA Champions League for Real Madrid in late 2023, netting a memorable goal against Napoli — a night he described as “a dream come true.”

He may have worn different colors in Italy, but his heart remained white. And now, he’s ready to wear the jersey again — not as a promise for tomorrow, but as a player for today.

A Football Family Legacy

Football is in his blood. Nico is the son of former Argentina international Pablo Paz, a 1998 World Cup veteran. Born in Spain and trained in Tenerife before joining Madrid’s academy in 2016, Nico has been on a steady climb toward greatness. His return isn’t just business — it’s personal. It’s home.

A New Chapter at Real Madrid

With Xabi Alonso now in charge and Real Madrid undergoing a tactical and generational shift, bringing Nico Paz back feels like more than a transfer. It’s a message. The club is looking to the future — but doing so with roots firmly planted in its past.

And Nico Paz? He’s ready to write the next chapter.