Tottenham Hotspur prepare mega offer for Como midfielder Nico Paz
Tottenham Hotspur are set to make another approach for highly rated midfielder Nico Paz after their initial bid of €70 million was rejected by Serie A side Como. According to Fabrizio Romano, Spurs remain determined to secure a new number ten before the transfer window closes, and Paz has emerged as one of their top targets.
The 20-year-old wonderkid has been one of the standout performers in Italy, helping Como establish themselves in the top flight with his vision, creativity, and technical brilliance. In the 2024–25 season, Paz featured in 37 matches across all competitions for Como, recording seven goals and ten assists. His consistency and ability to dictate play in the final third have quickly made him one of the most sought-after young talents in European football.
On the international stage, Paz has already begun making his mark. He has represented Argentina at senior level three times, in addition to four appearances with the Argentina U23 squad. His performances at international level have further boosted his profile, making him a player with both present impact and immense future potential.
Despite Tottenham’s strong interest, Nico Paz’s preference is to stay with Como for the 2025–26 season. Reports suggest the midfielder has his sights set on a return to Real Madrid, his former club, next year. Having come through Los Blancos’ academy system, Paz previously played 54 matches for Real Madrid Castilla, tallying 12 goals and seven assists. His past experience with the club has left a strong connection, and Real Madrid are understood to have a €10 million buy-back clause that becomes active next season. This clause could be pivotal in shaping the outcome of his long-term future.
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For Tottenham, the pursuit of Paz highlights their urgent need for a creative playmaker. Since the departure of Christian Eriksen, Spurs have struggled to consistently fill the role of a true number ten. The signing of James Maddison provided some stability, but the club’s management is eager to add more depth and competition in midfield. Paz’s style of play—combining technical flair, vision, and goal contributions—makes him a natural fit for Thomas Frank’s system.
However, convincing Como to part ways with their star will not be straightforward. The club views Paz as a cornerstone of their current project, and with the player himself preferring to remain for at least another season, Tottenham face a significant challenge. Unless Spurs substantially increase their offer or present a package that appeals to both club and player, the move may be delayed.
As it stands, the saga surrounding Nico Paz’s future is far from over. Tottenham remain persistent, Como are determined to hold on to their jewel, and Real Madrid are waiting in the wings with a favorable buy-back option. Over the coming weeks, this transfer story promises to be one of the most fascinating narratives of the summer window, with fans of all three clubs closely following developments.
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Bologna-born Giuseppe Bianchi has spent more than a decade living in Rome and writing about Italian football, Spanish football and the Premier League for various Italian football portals and now he writes about European football for Euro Football Rumours. He's been thinking about football transfers pretty much nonstop since the 1990 FIFA World Cup in Italy. Aside from writing, he likes to spend his time fishing and rock climbing.
