Nico Paz's journey from Real Madrid to Como towards the top

Young Argentinian Nico Paz continues to impress with Italian side Como, cementing his status as one of the most promising young talents in European football and a strong contender to make a name for himself on the international stage in the coming years.

The 21-year-old Paz joined Como in the summer of 2014 from Real Madrid for €6 million, with the Spanish giants retaining a buy-back option for 2025, 2026, and 2027 – a move that reflects their strong belief in his future potential.

His impressive performances this season have prompted Real Madrid to include him in their future plans. Reports indicate a preliminary agreement with the player for a return to the club at the end of the season. The club could exercise their buy-back option for around €10 million, with the possibility of paying Como an even higher sum as compensation for the player's development. Stunning numbers reflect exceptional talent.

Nico Paz has played 24 matches for Como this season, scoring 9 goals and providing 6 assists, including his recent goal in the 3-1 Coppa Italia victory over Fiorentina. This makes him the top-scoring player under 21 globally this season, surpassing both Lamine Yamal and Kenan Yıldız.

An impressive overall record with Como.

To date, Paz has played 59 matches for Como in all competitions, scoring 15 goals and providing 16 assists, highlighting his completeness as a player capable of making a difference both offensively and creatively.

With this rising performance, it seems that Nico Paz is steadily progressing towards a more mature and experienced return to the Santiago Bernabéu, becoming a future pillar of Real Madrid if he continues his upward trajectory with Como.