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Manchester United is determined to strengthen its midfield and has set its sights on Nico Paz, one of the revelations of Serie A with Como 1907, the great surprise of last season in Italian football.
The English team is preparing an offer that would be around 70 million euros to secure the young Argentine midfielder, whose potential has attracted the interest of several European giants, including Real Madrid.
Nico Paz's Rise in Italy
Nico Paz's talent has not gone unnoticed this season. Under the guidance of Cesc Fàbregas, the Argentine has shown a maturity beyond his 19 years, standing out for his vision, ability to make key passes, and presence in the box. In the 2024/25 season, his performance has been crucial for Como to remain in the middle of the standings, with notable figures for a midfielder: 6 goals and 8 assists in 31 matches.
His prominence has been growing since his arrival, and in Italy, he is already considered one of the best young talents in the league. "He has a bright future, he can play for any top team in Europe," stated Fàbregas in a recent interview.

Manchester United's Interest and English Competition
The Red Devils see Nico Paz as an opportunity to rejuvenate their squad and add creativity to a midfield that has lacked a natural playmaker in recent seasons. The Old Trafford's sports management is willing to put between 70 and 80 million euros on the table, an amount that would significantly exceed the 40 million offer recently rejected by Tottenham.
Chelsea is also closely monitoring the situation, but reports from England suggest that United has an advantage due to their willingness to meet the economic demands of the Lombard club.
Real Madrid's Stance
Although Real Madrid retains 50% of the player's rights and has a buy-back clause for two seasons, it was decided last summer that Nico Paz would continue his development at Como. Fabregas' failed departure and the Argentinian's need to accumulate quality minutes in a competitive environment were decisive factors in this decision.
Sources close to Valdebebas state that the Madrid club still considers Nico Paz a strategic asset for the future. Xabi Alonso, the new coach of Madrid, particularly values his versatility and offensive vision, but believes he needs another year of experience before taking on an important role at the Santiago Bernabéu.
Obstacles in the Operation
The main obstacle for Manchester United is that Como wants to maintain full control over the midfielder's future. In Italy, it is understood that Nico Paz's market value will continue to rise, and they are not in a hurry to sell, unless an offer well above 70 million comes along.

Real Madrid, on the other hand, observes this resistance with interest, as it could allow them to decide on the player's future without another club taking a definitive advantage. The fact that the Whites retain economic rights over him gives them leeway to participate in any future negotiations.
Immediate Future
Despite the offers and rumors, Nico Paz remains focused on his season with Como. On August 19, with the start of the new season, Xabi Alonso will assess Real Madrid's creative needs, at which point discussions for a possible return could be reopened.
In the meantime, Manchester United will continue to push for a signing they consider crucial for their rebuild. His arrival in the Premier League would be a huge step in the career of the young Argentine, who could become one of the most talked-about transfers in the summer market of 2025.
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