Real Madrid to Activate Buy-Back Clause for Nico Paz

Real Madrid plans to activate a €9m buy-back clause for Nico Paz, aiming to reoffer him to Como for a potential €60m fee.

Real Madrid is set to officially inform Como of its intention to activate a €9m buy-back clause for rising star Nico Paz. The talented midfielder, who has impressed this season, is poised to return to the Spanish club before they offer him back to Como for a staggering €60m fee.

The Bernabeu officials are scheduled to meet with representatives from the Serie A club today to trigger the cut-price release option, a strategy that might leverage his increased value after a stellar campaign. According to insider Fabrizio Romano, Madrid plans to offer Como the chance to retain their star player permanently for a hefty sum.

If Como declines this steep valuation, Real Madrid will consider other offers, as Paz does not feature in their immediate first-team plans. This move allows the La Liga giants to potentially turn a substantial profit on the academy graduate, who originally joined Como in August 2024 for €6m.

Romano further reports that this tactical maneuver will afford Como the first option to keep Paz ahead of their historic European campaign. The result of these negotiations could significantly impact the club’s ambitions as they prepare for their debut in the Champions League.

Paz’s remarkable form this past season saw him score 12 league goals and provide six assists, playing a key role in Como’s top-four finish and securing qualification for the Champions League. He statistically dominated Serie A, leading midfielders in both non-penalty goal contributions and shots on target per 90 minutes. His exceptional performance earned him 10 senior caps for Argentina, where he is currently featured in their World Cup squad, attracting attention from top scouts across Europe.

As the wealthy Djarum family, headed by Robert Budi Hartono, navigates this financial crossroads, their decision will shape Como’s future in European football. With a collective fortune exceeding $40 billion, the owners face the challenge of whether to invest heavily in retaining their prized asset.