Real Madrid still want to bring back 21-year-old Argentine wonderkid in 2027 – report | OneFootball

Real Madrid still see Como starlet Nico Paz as a player for the future, even if he will not return to the Santiago Bernabeu immediately.

A product of La Fabrica, the Argentine forward has gone on to make a name for himself by becoming the star of Cesc Fabregas’ project in Italy.

Following his development into one of Serie A’s best players last season, Madrid activated their buy-back clause but agreed to sell him to Como for a higher fee.

Now, according to Guillermo Rai of The Athletic, a sale to a third club was never an option for Los Blancos because of regulations and out of respect for Como.

The key point, however, is that Real Madrid value Nico above the €80 million buy-back clause and still want him back in 2027.

Real Madrid’s current overcrowding has made decisions more complicated across the squad. Bringing Nico back now, without a clear role, could have done more harm than good.

Game time shaped the decision

Nico Paz to return to Como. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images)

The report says game time was a major factor. That is understandable. Nico is at the stage where minutes matter more than symbolic status.

A return to Real Madrid only makes sense if he is coming back to compete seriously, not to sit on the bench behind a crowded midfield and attacking group. That is why 2027 feels like the more logical window.

This is responsible squad planning. Real Madrid have kept control of the situation through the buy-back clause, while allowing the player to continue growing in an environment where he can play regularly.

Como also deserve respect in the operation. If Madrid had treated Nico as a quick trading asset, it would have damaged a relationship and sent the wrong message to clubs willing to develop young players.

A future return still feels alive

Real Madrid wish to re-sign Nico. (Photo by Alessandro Sabattini/Getty Images)

Nico’s talent has never been the question. He has the technical quality, creativity and personality that fit Real Madrid’s long-term idea.

The question is when the move makes sense. Right now, Madrid are already trying to prune the squad before adding more players.

By 2027, the situation could be different. Slots may be open in the squad, certain senior players may end up leaving and Nico could arrive as an even bigger star.

That is the ideal scenario for Madrid. They do not need to rush him back just to prove they believe in him.

Paz may or may not have a Madrid future, but there is no doubt that he has a huge future in the game, irrespective of where his career takes him.