Nico Paz open to Inter move after Zanetti talks but Como-Madrid deal remains a hurdle | OneFootball

Inter believe that Javier Zanetti’s trusted relationship with Nico Paz and his entourage is their only real leverage to break what appears to be a solid agreement between Como and Real Madrid.

The Nerazzurri have been monitoring the Argentine talent for months, with their vice president reportedly meeting the player’s family to lay the groundwork for a potential move to San Siro next summer.

Torino’s Che Adams (L) and Como’s Nico Paz in action during the Italian Serie A soccer match Torino FC vs Como at the Olimpico Grande Torino Stadium in Turin, Italy, 25 October 2024. EPA-EFE/ALESSANDRO DI MARCO

However, Inter must navigate a complex situation, as Real Madrid remain closely involved, evaluating the possibility of activating a buy-back clause that would allow them to re-sign Paz every summer for the next three years—albeit at slightly varying costs.

Zanetti’s connection gives Inter Edge in Nico Paz pursuit, but Real Madrid and Como stand in the way

With Los Blancos keen to maintain control over Paz, Como have engaged in talks with the La Liga giants to strengthen their agreement, ensuring the attacking midfielder remains with the Lariani for at least another season before potentially returning to Madrid.

But according to Corriere dello Sport Inter’s recent efforts through Zanetti seem to have partially paid off, as Nico Paz has expressed his willingness to join the Nerazzurri as early as this summer.

epa11668946 Como�s Nico Paz (L) challenges for the ball with Parma�s Hernani during the Italian Serie A soccer match between Como 1907 and Parma at Giuseppe Sinigaglia stadium in Como, Italy, 19 October 2024. EPA-EFE/MATTEO BAZZI

However, it remains uncertain whether the 20-year-old and his camp would be prepared to push back against Como and Real Madrid by refusing to stay another season under Cesc Fàbregas. Such a move could force the Spanish club to open negotiations with Inter, though any potential deal is still expected to come at a high cost.