FootballTransfers reported on 24 October that Manchester United are tracking Como's Nico Paz as a potential 2027 replacement for captain Bruno Fernandes. FootballTransfers also said Fernandes's future at Old Trafford remains uncertain.
Transfer interest
According to transfer insider Nicolo Schira, United are also tracking Paz. Several clubs have been linked with the 22-year-old Argentine playmaker, including Chelsea and Arsenal, while Como want to keep him.
Contract and buy-back terms
FootballTransfers said Como signed Paz in 2024 for just €6m, with Real Madrid keeping a €9m buy-back option and a sell-on clause. FootballTransfers said Como spent a further €60m two years later to secure Paz's full rights, while Real Madrid retained an €80m buy-back option that they can trigger.
Roberto Martinez on Paz
FootballTransfers described Roberto Martinez as UEFA's technical observer for the game. Martinez said: "He scored two goals and provided an assist for the first three. That's what a star does. It was like watching Maradona, seeing that kind of player who carries the team on his back."
Martinez also said: "I love Nico's precision. He's a wonderful footballer, with great balance, who likes to have the ball under control. You could see what he was going to do. You could see the space he had. The execution was perfect."