Madrid: After Franco Mastantuono, another Argentine prodigy is set to enter Real Madrid’s radar this time it is Nico Paz, Lionel Messi’s rising teammate in the Argentina national squad. The 20-year-old midfielder, who is currently shining for Italian Serie A side Como, is being actively pursued by Los Blancos for a sensational return.
Born in Spain but representing Argentina, Nico’s career already carries a Real Madrid connection. He came through the club’s youth academy, featuring for Castilla (Real Madrid B) and even making appearances for the senior team before moving to Italy last year. Since then, his consistent brilliance in Como’s midfield, where he wears the prestigious No.10 shirt, has put him back on Madrid’s wishlist.
Real’s new head coach, Xabi Alonso, is reportedly keen to bring Nico back into the fold, impressed by his maturity, vision, and ability to dictate play. His recent exploits have also caught international attention most notably when he combined with Lionel Messi to assist a goal in Argentina’s World Cup qualifying campaign.
With three senior caps already for the Albiceleste, Nico Paz is quickly proving that he is more than just a youth prospect. For Madrid fans, his possible return signals another exciting chapter in the club’s ongoing tradition of nurturing Argentine talent.
If the deal goes through, Real Madrid could once again see a homegrown talent who once departed shine under the Bernabéu lights, this time as a polished playmaker ready to carry Argentina’s golden legacy forward.