Man Utd choose £125m superstar as first Pochettino signing amid Romano update
Man Utd have identified Como attacking midfielder Nico Paz as the player they want to transform Mauricio Pochettino’s side, according to reports.
The Red Devils spent most of their summer budget on bringing in new midfielders with Youri Tielemans, Andrey Santos and Carlos Baleba joining.
Widespread reports indicate that Man Utd are planning to complete an overhaul of their defence in 2027, while they will need to prepare for the potential departure of Bruno Fernandes.
Fernandes’ deal comes to an end once the current season is over, although Man Utd do have a one-year option to extend, and the Portugal international recently rejected their latest contract offer.
The imminent arrival of Pochettino, who recently agreed to become the new Man Utd head coach, could help convince Fernandes to stay with the Red Devils currently marooned in the relegation zone.
Argentinian outlet Clarin have revealed that Man Utd are lining up Como superstar Paz as one of the Pochettino’s first signings, especially if they can’t persuade Fernandes to stay.
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It is understood that with the arrival of Pochettino, Man Utd are ‘already planning potential reinforcements to revitalise the team, and one of the names on their shortlist is Nico Paz’.
The report adds: ‘Nico is being closely followed by both Manchester United and Chelsea. However, Real Madrid , the club that developed him, has a buy-back clause set at €80 million, which can only be exercised during a specific period of the summer transfer window, between July 1st and 15th, 2027.’
Man Utd one of 20 clubs who want to sign Paz – Romano
And transfer insider Fabrizio Romano has revealed that most top clubs in Europe would like to have Paz – who has been valued as high as €150m (£125m) – in their side.
Romano said on his YouTube channel: “Believe me, guys, there are 20 top clubs in Europe in love with Nico Paz. In England, in Italy, in Germany, in Spain, everywhere. But the club deciding the future of Nico Paz will be only one, Real Madrid. €80million buy-back clause. The player is also aware of all details. So Real Madrid are the only club in control.
“The fact that Manchester United can appreciate Nico Paz, it’s something absolutely normal. This is one of the best players in the world, and it’s not only Manchester United. Believe me.
“In case Nico Paz is not going back to Real Madrid, there are a few top, top clubs ready to put top money on the table. But at the moment, all of this is just appreciation, because the reality is that it’s Real Madrid in total control, and it’s way too early to decide. So that’s the story. That’s the situation.”
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