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Explained: Why Real Madrid cannot re-sign in-demand Como star Nico Paz for €10m & immediately sell him for €60m in summer transfer window

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Explained: Why Real Madrid cannot re-sign in-demand Como star Nico Paz for €10m & immediately sell him for €60m in summer transfer window

Misses session but due back Paz missed Thursday training as a precaution and is expected back for Friday session, Gaston Edul reports.

Impact Paz was back after a month out with a knee injury and used the Iceland friendly to put his fitness concerns to rest, but a cautious approach from coach Lionel Scaloni and the staff kept him out of Thursday's session as they managed the hamstring area around his left knee. The move was purely precautionary and he was due back for Friday's training. Even fully fit, though, Paz is unlikely to feature heavily for Argentina given the volume of attacking talent competing for places in Lionel Scaloni's squad.

JUNE 12 • ROTOWIRE

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Back in action against Iceland Paz (knee) played 58 minutes during Tuesday's international friendly game versus Iceland, gaining form ahead of the World Cup opener against Algeria.

Impact Paz is unlikely to start in the first few games of the major tournament but offers a talented attacking option if the defending champions need to add playmaking and distance-shooting ability on the wings. If he avoids further fitness complications, he'll compete for playing time with all of Nicolas Gonzalez, Giuliano Simeone and Lionel Messi. The Como man has scored one goal across three international appearances in 2026.

JUNE 9 • ROTOWIRE

Set to feature vs Iceland Paz (knee) completed his first training session Sunday after being sidelined since May 10 and will be available for Tuesday's friendly against Iceland, according to Miamiherald.

Impact Paz's return to training is an encouraging development after the knee injury had raised doubts over his involvement in Argentina's early World Cup fixtures. The 21-year-old attacking midfielder is unlikely to start against Algeria on June 16 but his availability gives coach Lionel Scaloni a valuable option in the creative midfield zone, particularly given the injury concerns surrounding several other attacking players in the squad. His recovery ahead of the tournament opener is a timely boost for the defending world champions.

JUNE 8 • ROTOWIRE

Could return soon Paz (strain) didn't play in Argentina's friendly against Honduras on Saturday, but coach Lionel Scaloni revealed that "Nico could have been available today", Telemundo Deportes rep...

Impact Paz has shown positive signs in the final days of his recovery process from the muscle injury he picked up in May, and he's expected to be an option in Argentina's World Cup opener against Algeria. While he's unlikely to start, his availability would give the team a solid option, adding differential talent in the attacking midfield zone. He might contend for playing time with Nicolas Gonzalez (strain), Lionel Messi (hamstring) and Giuliano Simeone, gaining increased value if one of the other injured players fails to recover in the short term.

JUNE 7 • ROTOWIRE

Final days of recovery Paz (muscular) is in the final days of his recovery and is trending toward being available for Argentina's friendly against Iceland on June 9, according to Hernan Castillo.

Impact Paz himself posted on his Instagram Story that he is in his final days of recovery, with the coaching staff taking a cautious approach by keeping him out of the first pre-tournament friendly against Honduras to avoid any setback. The midfielder's return is expected for the beginning of next week and will be a welcome boost for coach Scaloni given his importance to Argentina's creative setup, and all signs are pointing toward him being available when the tournament gets underway.

JUNE 4 • ROTOWIRE

Nearing return Paz (strain) is in the "final days of recovery" ahead of Argentina's World Cup opener, the midfielder posted to his Instagram Story.

Impact Paz was a concern for the World Cup opener after a strain left him out of some training and the final match of the league season, but he is now seeing improvements. The midfielder took to his Instagram to say he is in his "final days of recovery," likely meaning a return is on the horizon. It is still unlikely he will make their friendly on Saturday or Tuesday as they approach the situation cautiously, although his addition for their opener against Algeria on June 16 seems to be trending in the right direction.

JUNE 3 • ROTOWIRE

Still recovering from strain Paz is dealing with a muscle strain, which has brought concern to the midfielder ahead of the 2026 World Cup, according to Lucas Gatti of El Desmarque.

Impact Paz is now a storyline to watch for Argentina heading into the 20236 World Cup, as the midfielder suffered a muscle strain that he is yet to recover from. This is bringing concern with the tournament, just a week from starting, as he may have to be dropped from the squad if the injury persists. They will watch his status closely in the next week as he tries to make his World Cup debut, with Paulo Dybala, Claudio Echeverri or Matias Soule as possible replacements if he does miss out on the squad.

JUNE 3 • ROTOWIRE

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MAY 26 • BEINSPORTS.COM

DNP in Cremonese bout Paz (knee) didn't feature in Sunday's 4-1 victory over Cremonese.

Impact Paz was available but was spared, as his side cruised to an easy victory, and he wasn't 100 percent. He closed a remarkable season with 12 goals, six assists, 121 shots (48 on target) and 51 chances created in 35 displays. His faith lies in Real Madrid's hands, as they might activate a buy-back clause.

MAY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Picked for bench Paz (knee) is on the bench for Sunday's match against Cremonese.

Impact Paz was a late call for Sunday, but has passed his testing and is with the rest of the team, with the attacker earning a role on the bench. After missing the last match, he will hope to see time in the season finale, scoring 12 goals and six assists this season in his 35 appearances (33 starts) this campaign.

MAY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Makes squad for last game Paz (knee) has been called up for Sunday's match versus Cremonese.

Impact Paz will make the trip with the rest of the team and will continue to be evaluated on game day. He's currently expected to be deployed off the bench if necessary, as Como need to win and some favorable results to improve their position, and he's in the running to be called by Argentina for the World Cup. He has taken at least one shot in 18 straight outings, amassing 64 (27 on target) and scoring six goals during that stretch.

MAY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Cremonese match Paz (knee) "hasn't trained a lot but feels a little better. Until there's a chance, he'll try to recover over the next 24/48 hours," coach Cesc Fabregas announced.

Impact Paz has been cleared of more substantial problems, but his availability for the season finale on Sunday will go down to the wire because of a lingering bruise. The gaffer alluded that he could be selected even if he's not 100 percent. Maxence Caqueret and Jesus Rodriguez soaked up his minutes last week.

MAY 22 • ROTOWIRE

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MAY 21 • Associated Press

Will miss Parma contest Paz "won't be available Sunday because of a knee contusion," coach Cesc Fabregas stated.

Impact Paz picked up a knock in training and will attempt to return in the last match of the campaign. Maxence Caqueret, Jesus Rodriguez and Martin Baturina stand to benefit from his absence in terms of playing time and touches.

MAY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Held in check in Verona match Paz recorded one shot (zero on goal), one clearance and two crosses (zero accurate) and won two of two tackles in Sunday's 1-0 victory over Verona.

Impact Paz had a down game relative to his standards, especially offensively, but had a pretty well-rounded output overall. He has registered at least one shot in 18 appearances in a row (17 starts), piling up 54 and scoring six times over that span. He has tallied seven chances created, 13 crosses (three accurate) and three corners in the last five rounds.

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MAY 9 • Associated Press

Lively display against Napoli Paz (head) registered two shots (zero on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and three chances created and won four of five tackles in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus Napoli.

Impact Paz resumed performing at his usual levels after being forced off early last week, matching his season high in tackles and picking up stats across the board on offense, even though Como didn't break through. He has fired at least one shot in 17 displays on the trot, piling up 63 attempts (27 on target), bagging six goals and adding 17 key passes, 25 crosses and 46 tackles (30 won) over that span.

MAY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Makes starting XI Paz (head) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash against Napoli.

Impact Paz retained his starting role after the health scare that had seen him taken to a local hospital on Sunday, with the early and subsequent examinations all coming back negative and clearing him to continue as a regular starter without any disruption to his involvement. The midfielder has fired at least one shot in 16 consecutive appearances, notching 61 attempts, four goals and 14 chances created over that span, making his continued availability a significant boost for a side that relies heavily on his attacking output. His ability to come through the medical checks unscathed is a major relief for the coaching staff heading into the weekend.

MAY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Poised to be available versus Napoli Paz underwent tests in Genoa and Como after a blow to the head, but he's been cleared of any injury, La Gazzetta dello Sport relayed.

Impact Paz was taken to a local hospital Sunday, but he traveled back with the rest of the team, as the early exams came back negative, and the ensuing ones had the same outcome. He should be able to continue starting. He has fired at least one shot in 16 consecutive appearances, notching 61 shots (27 on target), scoring four goals and posting 14 chances created and 23 crosses (four accurate) over that span. Instead, he halted a six-match streak with multiple tackles in the last round.

APRIL 30 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves Genoa match at halftime Paz had two shots (zero on target) and two interceptions before exiting Sunday's 2-0 win over Genoa after 45 minutes due to eyesight problems and dizziness following a collision wi...

Impact Paz almost scored with a pair of classy plays and attempts, but was worse for wear after banging heads with Alessandro Marcandalli, and was subbed off at the interval out of precaution. He'll undergo further tests before Saturday's home game versus Napoli. Maxence Caqueret took his place in this one.

APRIL 26 • ROTOWIRE

Scores one goal Nico Paz scored one goal to go with five shots (three on goal), eight crosses (one accurate) and two corners in Friday's 2-1 loss to Sassuolo.

Impact Paz was his team's most dangerous player in Friday's 2-1 defeat at Sassuolo, pulling one back in first half stoppage time with a looping header from Ivan Smolcic's cross before seeing another effort blocked in the second half. The Argentine midfielder led all players with five shots and added two chances created across 90 minutes, continuing to serve as the focal point in attack despite the defeat. Paz continues his impressive season, now totaling 12 goals and six assists in 32 Serie A appearances.

APRIL 19 • ROTOWIRE

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APRIL 17 • Associated Press

Scores once in loss Nico Paz scored one goal to go with six shots (three on goal), one cross (one accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 4-3 defeat to Inter Milan.

Impact Paz led his side with six shots and found the net to take his league tally to 11 this season, nearly doubling his return with Como last year while also adding a second straight goal at home games . He also contributed defensively with two tackles and an interception, bringing his total to 16 tackles (13 won) and six interceptions across his last five matches, with at least two tackles and one interception in each game.

APRIL 15 • ROTOWIRE

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