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Xabi Alonso might finally get wish as Chelsea ‘ready to spend fortune’ after Man Utd display

Como starlet Nico Paz has made quite the impression in the Champions League with Chelsea and Xabi Alonso showing an interest…

By Kieran Horn · Football London

Published: Friday, 23 October 2026 at 8:57 AM

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Chelsea are reportedly willing to spend a fortune on a permanent deal for Como's Nico Paz.
Manager Xabi Alonso previously wanted to re-sign Paz during his tenure at Real Madrid.
Como previously paid Real Madrid €60million (£50.2m) to retain the Argentine attacking midfielder.

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Chelsea are reportedly prepared to spend a fortune to sign Como attacking midfielder Nico Paz, according to Italian outlet Tuttomercatoweb. The report links the permanent transfer interest to manager Xabi Alonso, who previously monitored Paz and wanted to activate a buy-back clause to bring him back to Real Madrid.

Como previously paid Real Madrid €60million (£50.2m) to retain Paz following his initial move in 2024. Football London notes that Paz could cost in the triple figures, raising questions about fit and priority alongside Chelsea's existing attacking midfielders Morgan Rogers and Cole Palmer.

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