According to a report by Caught Offside, Arsenal and Chelsea are interested in Nico Paz. The two Premier League bigwigs (and Manchester City) recently submitted enquiries to discuss a possible move for the Como playmaker. However, the 21-year-old has “only ever wanted to” rejoin Real Madrid, with Los Blancos poised to win the battle for his signature.
Nico Paz has taken no time to establish himself as one of the best players in Serie A since joining Como 1907 from Real Madrid last year. The 21-year-old creative genius hit the ground running at the Italian club and enjoyed an exceptional debut season. The exponential progress has continued in the 2025/26 campaign.
The Argentine international has contributed to 17 goals in 33 matches by scoring 11 times and providing six assists. Meanwhile, the youngster’s exploits have piqued the attention of several high-profile clubs. Arsenal, Chelsea, and Real Madrid are among the prospective suitors vying for his signature.
Arsenal will dip into the market for a versatile midfielder this year, as they can do with more creativity from the central areas. While Martin Odegaard and Eberechi Eze are top-class footballers, they have been inconsistent this term. Additionally, summer arrival Christian Norgaard is on the wrong side of 30 and approaching the twilight of his career.
Meanwhile, Chelsea’s interest in Nico Paz is understandable. While Liam Rosenior has a stacked midfield unit, a player who can bolster Chelsea’s creativity through the central areas will be a welcome addition. Additionally, Enzo Fernandez’s long-term future is uncertain after his recent cryptic comments.
As for Real Madrid, the Merengues have been desperate for more creativity and progression from the central areas since parting ways with Luka Modric and Toni Kroos in successive summer transfer windows. So, the Como talisman is an appealing option for Real Madrid, particularly as he will be a cost-effective addition due to the buyback clause the Merengues possess.
The latest report has boosted Real Madrid’s prospects, as the Como playmaker has snubbed the advances of Arsenal and Chelsea. The 21-year-old Argentine international playmaker’s heart is set on returning to the Santiago Bernabeu, and a fairytale homecoming is on the cards, as the Spanish giants believe he is “the next superstar of world football”.
