Como is reportedly not planning to activate the €60 million buy-out clause for midfielder Nico Paz from Real Madrid, according to Sky Sport. The Spanish giants had previously exercised their €9 million buy-back option for the 21-year-old Argentine international. However, Real Madrid's management offered Como the chance to sign Paz permanently for €60 million. This option is valid until Monday, June 29.
Paz played for Real Madrid's youth teams from 2016 to 2024 before moving to Como. "Los Blancos" had a buy-back clause and chose to activate it.
During the 2025/26 season, Paz scored 13 goals and provided 8 assists in 40 matches, playing a pivotal role in Como's impressive Serie A campaign.
The Argentine is not expected to remain at the Santiago Bernabéu. Real Madrid will now look to sell him for a minimum of €60 million.