Arsenal see former Real Madrid academy graduate as a ‘realistic’ target

Arsenal see former Real Madrid academy graduate as a ‘realistic’ target Real Madrid pulled off a masterstroke with Nico Paz’s situation this summer as they utilised the buy-back clause on the young star to earn a profit on him. Shining bright at Como, Paz was happy at the Serie A club and only wished to continue in Italy. Los Blancos , however, bought him back and enabled a deal where Como were forced to shell out a larger sum for him. Eventually, the deal closed with Como paying Real Madrid €60 million for Paz. However, they still do not have complete control over his future as Real Madrid have kept a buyback clause of €80 million valid for next summer. Arsenal are monitoring Paz As confirmed in a recent update on BBC Sport , Arsenal admire Nico Paz and see him as a special player with sky-high potential. Arsenal are interested in Paz. (Photo by Jay Biggerstaff/Getty Images) The Gunners reportedly saw him as a strong alternative to reinforce the midfield this summer, but eventually did not go for him. Notably, the English outlet confirms that Paz will continue to be a realistic target for Arsenal in the coming transfer windows and that they will continue to maintain a close eye on his situation. A lot, needless to say, will depend on his trajectory this season. A second chance for Real Madrid? The new contract Paz has with Como has been designed such that the Italian club stand to benefit if Real Madrid chooses to use their buyback clause next summer. Can Perez pull off another masterstroke? (Photo courtesy: Real Madrid official website) Having bought him for €60 million, they will receive €80 million back if Real Madrid signs the player back – thereby netting a €20 million profit. Real Madrid, however, can still look to use the situation to their advantage once more. Arsenal’s interest in the player is crucial for that plan. Given the inflation in the Premier League market, another strong season for Paz can see his price tag soar beyond the €100 million mark. In such a scenario, Los Blancos can look to repeat the same formula by acting as an intermediary. After all, their €80 million investment to buy him back can be compensated with a handy profit if Arsenal shell out a massive sum.