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Real Madrid Set to Reclaim Nico Paz Amid Interest

10/19/2025

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Summary

Paz Returns to Madrid

Nico Paz is expected to return to Real Madrid from Como in Serie A next summer.
Real Madrid holds a buy-back clause and plans to exercise it despite interest from Tottenham Hotspur and Arsenal.
Como's director confirmed they would not sell Paz, even if offers are made.
Real Madrid is reportedly prepared to pay more than the buy-back fee to secure Paz.

Summary

Liverpool Targets Guehi

Liverpool pursues Marc Guehi.
Crystal Palace may sell him in January.
Guehi rejected a new contract and attracts interest from Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich.
Palace wants to avoid losing him for free after nearly six years.
Manager Oliver Glasner confirmed Guehi's season-end departure and Palace aims to keep him amid UEFA Conference League participation.

History

Historical Context

Real Madrid's implementation of buy-back clauses in player contracts, starting in 2013, reflects a strategic shift in football management. This approach, exemplified by Álvaro Morata's return for €30 million from Juventus in 2016, emphasizes financial prudence and talent retention. As clubs like Crystal Palace face similar pressures, the trend highlights evolving dynamics in player transactions within the football market.

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Paz Returns to Madrid

Nico Paz is expected to return to Real Madrid from Como in Serie A next summer.
Real Madrid holds a buy-back clause and plans to exercise it despite interest from Tottenham Hotspur and Arsenal.
Como's director confirmed they would not sell Paz, even if offers are made.
Real Madrid is reportedly prepared to pay more than the buy-back fee to secure Paz.

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