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How Xabi Alonso could boost Tottenham’s chances of signing £50m Real Madrid target who impressed Spurs’ scouts
Regardless of how Ange Postecoglou’s future pans out, Tottenham Hotspur’s need of bolstering their squad in the summer transfer window is indisputable.
While Tottenham could revive their reputation by winning the Europa League, it is questionable whether even winning such a prestigious trophy will deem their season as a success due to their struggles for most of the campaign.
Daniel Levy will be determined to do everything in his power to equip Spurs with the best-possible squad next season so they can show the progress they did during the previous term.
One player who is on the Lilywhites’ radar is Nico Paz, who has impressed Tottenham’s scouts.
However, Real Madrid are eyeing Tottenham target Paz, who they sold to Como but still have a buyback clause to bring him back to the Santiago Bernabeu.
Xabi Alonso could help Tottenham seal Nico Paz signing
Tottenham’s eternal rivals Arsenal showed interest in signing Paz as well but Real Madrid are keen on him staying in Italy for another season and returning to the Spanish capital in 2026.
But Fabrizio Romano has revealed that Nico Paz’s future depends on Real Madrid’s replacement for Carlo Ancelotti, who looks likely to be Xabi Alonso wishes to work with him — which could be a plus for Tottenham.
“Nico Paz, Como, this week told Real Madrid once again that they want to keep Nico Paz for one more season. Real Madrid have a buyback clause and a 50 per cent sell-on clause. Como are prepared to do everything to keep Nico Paz at the club but Real Madrid say, ‘okay, let’s discuss as soon as we clarify the coach situation.’ So, the coach situation will be really important to understand what Xabi or let’s see what happens but eventually, Xabi, who is the clear favourite will decide on Nico Paz.”
“But this shows how the coach situation is evolving as Real Madrid will make a decision on several things, including Nico Paz in the next days and weeks.”
If Xabi Alonso does not fancy Paz, Tottenham could pounce upon the chance to sign him in the summer.
Alonso could bring Florian Wirtz to Real Madrid, who plays in the same position as the Argentine and as a result, Spurs should try their hand at signing him — considering they are one of the biggest clubs in Europe and would offer the 20-year-old a huge step-up in his career from Como — who are sitting in 13th place in Serie A.
With Dejan Kulusevski almost having excessive responsibility in the number 10 role this season, Paz could help him shoulder the burden of making Tottenham tick if they did sign him.
Nico Paz has already revealed his “dream” move
While Ange Postecoglou and Co will be hoping to lure the youngster, he has already had a say on his future.
Paz revealed he dreams of representing Real Madrid one day and Tottenham will have to sell their project to him to persuade the highly-rated number 10 to change his mind — who Cesc Fabregas revealed they value over £50 million.
The Santa Cruz de Tenerife-born attacker said in February: “For now, I’m not planning my future yet, I’m focused on Como. Then who knows, my dream would be to return to play for Real Madrid one day.”