Manchester City will reportedly look to sign 20-year-old Argentine international Nico Paz from Serie A club Como in the summer transfer window.
According to a report by Spanish outlet Fichajes, Nico Paz is the subject of interest from Manchester City. The Premier League champions are scouring the market for a creative midfielder heading into the summer transfer window. So, the 20-year-old Como playmaker has emerged as a target, with the Citizens formulating an offer to sign the highly-rated prospect from the Serie A club.
The rise of Nico Paz in Serie A
Nico Paz has established himself as one of the best young prospects in Serie A since joining Como 1907 from Real Madrid in the summer transfer window. Born in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, the youngster has picked Argentina in his national side, following in the footsteps of his father, Pablo Paz, despite spending his formative years in Spain.
The 20-year-old graduated from the youth division at Real Madrid but could not become an undisputed first-choice midfielder for Los Blancos before joining Como. However, the youngster has stamped his authority in Serie A, contributing to ten goals in 23 league games by finding the back of the net six times and four assists.
Meanwhile, the Argentine international’s progress has not gone unnoticed, capturing the attention of several high-profile clubs across Europe. Widespread reports have linked the former Real Madrid prospect with European bigwigs like Arsenal and Real Madrid. However, Manchester City will aim to beat the competition to his signature in the summer transfer window.
Premier League move on the horizon?
Manchester City’s interest in Nico Paz is understandable. The Premier League champions are scouring the market for a creative midfielder heading into the summer transfer window. Kevin De Bruyne’s long-term future has left Manchester City in a spot of bother, with the veteran playmaker closing in on departing from the Etihad.
Widespread reports have linked the Belgian playmaker with a move to MLS. So, several candidates, including Charles De Ketelaere, have emerged on Manchester City’s radar. However, Paz is also a viable target for the Premier League club.
The report by Fichajes has claimed that the Citizens are preparing a bid to sign the 20-year-old Argentine international. With Pep Guardiola an admirer of the youngster’s talent, it will not be surprising to see Manchester City pushing hard for his signature in the coming months.
