Chelsea interested in former Real Madrid prodigy tipped for 2026 Bernabeu return | OneFootball

Since leaving Real Madrid for Como in 2024, Nico Paz has developed brilliantly, becoming one of the best young footballers in Serie A, leading to strong interest from clubs across Europe.

Real Madrid, though, remain in control of the youngster’s future, having inserted buyback clauses in their deal with Como.

In fact, as reported by multiple reliable sources already, Real Madrid intend to re-sign Nico next summer and bring him back to the Santiago Bernabeu.

Chelsea show interest in Nico Paz

However, according to reports in England, as relayed by AS, Chelsea have shown an interest in acquiring the services of Nico Paz.

Indeed, the Premier League heavy spenders have lodged a formal enquiry with Como to learn about the Argentine international’s situation.

Nico Paz is in demand. (Photo by Francesco Pecoraro/Getty Images)

Chelsea are aware that Real Madrid will have the final say when it comes to Nico’s future, but are hopeful of bringing him to Stamford Bridge in the summer of 2026.

The Blues join Serie A giants Inter Milan in the race for Nico, with the Nerazzurri having a long-standing interest in the 21-year-old attacking midfielder.

In fact, recent reports even suggested that Inter were prepared to shell out close to €60 million in order to ensure that Nico joins them next year.

Despite the growing interest, Nico is believed to have his heart set on a move back to the Santiago Bernabeu. As such, everything indicates that the Argentine ace will secure a return to Real Madrid, two years after having left his boyhood club.