Decision imminent as Real Madrid weigh Nico Paz future

The 20-year-old midfielder has impressed during his stint with Como in Serie A, with the Spanish giants holding a buyback option that allows them to re-sign him for eight million euros this summer.

That clause will rise to nine million euros next year and ten million euros the following summer, a structure that gives Real Madrid plenty of flexibility in managing his potential return.

His performances in Italy have been eye-catching, drawing comparisons to Barcelona's Pedri. Real Madrid’s technical staff are believed to be closely monitoring his development, and a final decision is expected to be communicated to both Como and Paz himself before the end of the week.

Adding an extra layer of intrigue to the decision is the involvement of Xabi Alonso, who recently took charge at the Bernabeu following Carlo Ancelotti's departure after a disappointing campaign.

The coach's arrival signals a shift in direction for Los Blancos, and his input could prove decisive in determining whether the club exercises the buyback clause or opts to wait another year.

Real Madrid also retain a 50% sell-on clause in the player's contract, giving them additional leverage over his future. This not only allows them to benefit from any potential transfer if he continues to impress elsewhere but also highlights the strategic value they place on the young midfielder's development.