Xabi Alonso has arrived at Real Madrid with very clear ideas. His goal is to build a united squad without individual egos. Only in this way will they truly be able to compete for the Champions League.
The Basque coach has requested specific signings to strengthen key areas of the field. Trent Alexander-Arnold and Huijsen are his choices for defense. In attack, Franco Mastantuono has already landed.
Fans are excited about this new project. There is talent, experience, and a coach with a lot of personality. But for everything to work, important departures are also needed.
Xabi Alonso is reshaping his squad
Lucas Vázquez, Modric, and Vallejo have already said goodbye to the white locker room. Other well-known names could follow them. Rodrygo and Brahim Díaz are on the market due to interest from other clubs.
Amid this adjustment, a familiar face from Spanish soccer has wanted to help. Cesc Fàbregas, current coach of Como, has spoken with Xabi Alonso. From that conversation, an agreement that benefits both has been reached.
Yes, because amid the surplus of players in midfield, Xabi has had to make a decision. He has chosen for Nico Paz to continue one more season in Italy. This measure aims to protect his development.
Cesc Fàbregas will be able to keep counting on Nico Paz
Nico Paz has completed a great season at Como. At 20 years old, he has shown quality, personality, and a lot of room for improvement. Cesc Fàbregas is delighted with him and asked for him to stay.
Florentino Pérez, after speaking with Xabi Alonso and Cesc, has understood that the best thing is not to slow down his progress. There is a lot of competition at Bernabéu and Nico Paz needs quality minutes. He will have them in Italy.
In addition, Nico's relationship with Cesc is excellent. They connect well and the young talent feels comfortable under his leadership. One more year with him could be key in his development as a professional.
Nico Paz stays one more season in Italy
Xabi Alonso fully trusts Nico Paz's potential, but he knows that now is not his time to take on an important role. He prefers for him to arrive more mature, stronger, and with real experience.
At Como, he is valued and cared for. He has the freedom to create, but he also learns to compete. The idea is for him to return to Madrid in 2026 with much more experience and a winning mentality.
For now, all three parties are satisfied: Fàbregas keeps him, Alonso ensures his progress, and Nico continues enjoying soccer. Everything is ready for this loan to finally turn him into a star.