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Chelsea Enquire About Nico Paz as Real Madrid Reassert Plan to Bring Him Back

A buy-back clause plus the player's preference give Madrid the edge despite Premier League interest.

Overview

  • Chelsea have asked about signing Como’s 21-year-old playmaker as they scope options for an attacking midfielder in 2026.
  • Real Madrid are described as firm on recalling the academy graduate, with Paz reported to be intent on proving himself at the Bernabéu.
  • Reports outline contractual routes for a return to Madrid, though figures vary between an estimated €9–10m re-sign clause and a £40m buyback framework.
  • Tottenham previously pursued Paz and other English clubs have watched him, yet enquiries have drawn the same response about a Madrid return.
  • Paz’s surge under Cesc Fàbregas at Como includes four goals and four assists in 10 league games, drawing praise from Fàbregas and Lionel Messi.