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Nico Paz opts to stay at Como instead of returning to Real Madrid

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 11:25 AM

Last updated Jun 16, 2026

Nico Paz opts to stay at Como instead of returning to Real Madrid

Summary

Nico Paz has informed Real Madrid that he will not return this summer, choosing to remain at Como for another season. This decision comes after discussions surrounding his potential return changed significantly with the arrival of Jose Mourinho and a shift in Madrid’s focus on signing experienced players. Paz believes continuing at Como will provide him with essential playing time and development opportunities as the team prepares for next season in the Champions League. Real Madrid has until June 30 to activate their buyback clause, but indications suggest that both parties have effectively settled on the decision to delay his return to the Santiago Bernabeu.

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•Nico Paz informs Real Madrid of decision not to return this summer.
•He opts to stay at Como for more playing time and responsibility.
•Changes at Real Madrid, including Mourinho's arrival, altered his prospects.
•The club has until June 30 to activate his buyback option.
•Como will compete in the Champions League next season.

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11:25 AMYahoo Sports — Former Real Madrid academy gem informs club he does not wish to return this summer

What they're saying

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Nico Paz’s future has finally become clearer, and it is not the outcome many expected just a few months ago. According to a report from AS, the Argentine midfielder has informed Real Madrid that he...
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