Como’s rise under Cesc Fàbregas has been one of the most surprising stories in Serie A, and at the heart of it stands a 21-year-old Argentine who plays like he’s been in Italy for years. Nico Paz has already become the team’s heartbeat, guiding them to 11 straight positive results, including a confident 2–0 win over Sassuolo and a huge 5–1 victory over Torino the week before.
He didn’t score against Sassuolo, but he still produced the moment of the match, an elegant assist for Alberto Moreno and an almost unbelievable overhead attempt that only a world-class save stopped. Even when he doesn’t score, he creates, fights, and carries Como forward.
Why Nico Paz Is Becoming an Attacking Machine
For someone playing his first full season in a top European league, Paz’s attacking numbers almost look unreal.
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5 goals in Serie A
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5 assists
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1.28 goal contribution per match
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39 total shots and 15 on target
These are figures usually associated with established stars, not a youngster adapting to a new league. He’s not just finishing moves, he’s building them. Paz ranks in the top tier for key passes (29), progressive passes (74), and successful dribbles (26). He plays like a number 10 who sees the game one second earlier than everyone else.
His calmness under pressure, quick turns, and ability to create space make him the kind of player defenders hate to face. And most impressively, every touch feels intentional, there’s no rush, just confidence.
The Atypical Playmaker Who Defends Like a Warrior
Most attacking midfielders switch off when the ball is lost. Not Nico Paz. He is first in duels won and second in tackles across the league. That’s not normal for his position it’s elite.
He presses, tracks back, fights for loose balls, and uses his frame with surprising strength. Fàbregas described him perfectly, “Nico Paz pulls plays out of a hat. He does crazy things, without limits.”
This balance creativity on the ball and courage without it is what makes him so rare. He doesn’t just shine in highlights; he works endlessly between the lines.
The Real Madrid Dilemma, Want Him Back, But Can’t Yet
Naturally, Real Madrid are watching him closely. They inserted a buy-back clause for a reason. But the agreement with Como is strict, Madrid cannot bring him back before the end of the season.
No January recall. No shortcuts. Only summer. That delay might actually help him. In Como, he is trusted, loved, and improving every week. Even the club’s president admitted they’re simply enjoying him while they can.
Nico Paz isn’t just having a good season, he’s becoming one of Serie A’s most influential players. At 21, he is producing goals, running games, defending with maturity, and carrying Como into the top flight’s spotlight.
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