Chelsea Track £67m Midfielder: Is He Worth Signing Despite Palmer?

Chelsea are closely following Como playmaker Nico Paz ahead of next summer's transfer window, according to Spanish newspaper AS. The 21-year-old Argentina international has impressed under manager Cesc Fàbregas, tallying four goals and five assists in 10 matches this season. However, any potential permanent transfer faces a hurdle due to Real Madrid holding an estimated £67 million buy-back clause valid in July 2027.

Writer Rohit Sarkar questions whether Chelsea should pursue Paz given their current attacking depth under manager Xabi Alonso. Paz shares similar stylistic traits with Cole Palmer, operating primarily in the right half-space. The writer argues Chelsea should only invest if Alonso has a definitive tactical plan for Paz's minutes.