Florentino Pérez Targets Nico Paz Return as Real Madrid Presidential Election Approaches

Real Madrid’s upcoming presidential election this Sunday, June 7, is already shaping the club’s plans for the 2026/27 season. While Florentino Pérez’s campaign has noted that official roster moves are on hold during this administrative period, the current president has already outlined his strategy: hiring a competitive coach—with José Mourinho as the primary target—signing world-class talent, and bringing back homegrown players from the Valdebebas academy.

A key part of this plan is the return of attacking midfielder Nico Paz, who is currently playing for Como in Serie A. Pérez’s team intends to trigger a €9 million buy-back clause, continuing the club’s tradition of bringing back academy graduates like Dani Carvajal, Nacho Fernández, and Fran García. Paz has impressed in Italy, playing a leading role for a side that has qualified for next season’s Champions League, making him a top priority for the club’s management.

Tactically, Paz offers something different from current players like Arda Güler. While Güler is known for his composure and technical precision, Paz excels at making runs from midfield and using his physicality to exploit space behind opposing defenses. This style, refined under coach Cesc Fàbregas in Italy, would likely fit well into a system managed by Mourinho.

If he returns, Paz will face stiff competition for playing time. His role will likely start as a rotation player, and he will need to prove he can handle the demands of a top-tier squad. The upcoming World Cup will be a crucial test for the young Argentine, serving as a platform to prove he deserves a permanent spot in Real Madrid’s future plans.