Nico Paz's Transfer to Como Confirmed, Future Buy-Back by Real Madrid Possible
July 6, 2026 · Silvia Salazar
Nico Paz will not return to Real Madrid but has signed with Como for €60m, with a buy-back clause for Real Madrid set at €80m for next summer.
In a significant development over the past 48 hours, it has been confirmed that Nico Paz, a promising 21-year-old Argentine talent, will not be making a return to Real Madrid. Despite his buy-back clause being activated, an agreement has been reached for Paz to join Italian club Como for a fee of €60 million. This transaction has resulted in an instant €51 million profit for Real Madrid.
Interestingly, Real Madrid has ensured a future stake in Paz's career by retaining a buy-back clause valued at €80 million, which will become active next summer. This strategic move reflects Real Madrid's continued interest in Paz's development and potential.
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Pablo Paz, Nico's father, expressed his thoughts on the decision in an interview with Flashscore (via MD), stating the choice was challenging given Real Madrid's interest. However, both Paz and his family believe that another season in Italy, potentially with Champions League exposure, is ideal for his growth. Pablo highlighted how well his son has been received in Como, emphasizing the importance of the human aspect in his comfort and success.
Speculation continues around Paz's future, with reports indicating that Real Madrid's management is already considering activating his buy-back clause next summer. Given Paz's potential and Real Madrid's valuation of him at over €80 million, a return to the Bernabeu in 2027 seems plausible if his trajectory continues positively at Como.
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