Nico Paz’s father explains why son prefers Como stay
Argentina international Nico Paz rejected an immediate return to Real Madrid, choosing instead to finalize a permanent €60 million transfer to Como to lead Cesc Fàbregas’s side into their historic debut Champions League campaign, confirms his dad, Pablo.
Argentine midfielder Nico Paz has chosen to remain with Como despite intense pressure from Real Madrid for a permanent return to Spain. The La Liga giants recently triggered their €9 million buy-back option with the intent of reintegrating the academy product.
However, the 21-year-old playmaker flatly rejected the move, explicitly prioritizing regular European football under head coach Cesc Fàbregas.
To honor the player’s wishes, Como structured a record-breaking €60 million package to retain their talisman permanently.
The complex agreement ensures the Serie A outfit secures the Argentine international for their historic upcoming Champions League debut.
Crucially, Real Madrid maintained long-term leverage over the midfield prospect by inserting a fresh €80 million buy-back clause that becomes active in the summer of 2027.
