It's not at all clear where Nico Paz will play next season. At times, it seemed really close for him to return to Real Madrid, while later, all eyes were on his continuity at Como. But there's been a surprise in Germany, with "Sky Sports" revealing that Bayer Leverkusen "is still interested" in the Madrid academy product for next season.
There has been "continuous contact" with Bayer Leverkusen's board from Nico Paz and his camp, with him being "one of the first" on the list to replace Wirtz. The decision has to be made soon, since until June 30, Real Madrid can activate its buy-back clause for only 8 million euros.
Madrid admits the rumors about Nico Paz
Madrid-Barcelona has contacted sources from Madrid, who state that Nico Paz is not at all clear about his future. Leverkusen is fighting hard for his signing and could surprisingly take him. They are offering him the chance to be a starter in a Champions League team, with Erik ten Hag's full trust for him to succeed.
In this regard, it seems that the Spanish-Argentine would prefer to stay at Como, where he feels important with Fàbregas. It remains to be seen, and it's not expected that the matter will be delayed much longer. Nico Paz wants to be clear about his future as soon as possible and hopes this will be solved sooner rather than later.
Nico Paz rules out returning to Madrid
After a great season at Como, where he has recorded 6 goals and 9 assists in 35 matches, Nico Paz doesn't want to be relegated to the bench again. Until recently, he was very interested in returning to Real Madrid, especially after speaking with Xabi Alonso, but this has changed. This has changed due to the signing of Franco Mastantuono, his compatriot who will arrive at Santiago Bernabéu this summer.
Xabi was clear that he needed to strengthen the midfield after Modric's departure, and the chosen one has been Mastantuono. Real Madrid doesn't plan to make another investment in midfield, and the only doubt is whether he will arrive for the Club World Cup or later.
Taking this signing into account, Nico Paz believes his minutes would be reduced to the minimum, rejecting the possibility of returning. At this time, his return to Real Madrid is completely ruled out by both parties, according to what Madrid-Barcelona has learned.