Arsenal Urged to Sign Former Real Madrid Forward

Mikel Arteta's side could target young talent Nico Paz to bolster attack

Apr. 18, 2026 at 10:20pm

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Arsenal have been advised to make a move for former Real Madrid midfielder Nico Paz, who is currently playing for Italian club Como. Former Manchester United and Bayern Munich player Owen Hargreaves believes the 21-year-old could be a good fit for the Gunners as they look to maintain their Premier League title challenge.

Why it matters

As Arsenal prepare for a crucial match against Manchester City that could decide the title race, the club is also looking ahead to the summer transfer window. Strengthening the attack with young, creative talent like Nico Paz could be key to Arsenal sustaining their title challenge next season.

The details

Nico Paz came through the Real Madrid academy and has continued his development in Italy with Como. The 21-year-old has impressed this season with his technical ability, vision, and versatility in attacking midfield roles, attracting interest from several European clubs. Owen Hargreaves believes Paz could be a good fit for Arsenal, saying 'this kid - you'll see him at the World Cup. Mikel Arteta will already know that this boy will be a star and if you don't ask you don't get. A player like that could suit Arsenal.'

  • Arsenal face Manchester City on Sunday, April 23, 2026 in a crucial Premier League match.

The players

Nico Paz

A 21-year-old midfielder who came through the Real Madrid academy and is currently playing for Italian club Como.

Mikel Arteta

The manager of Arsenal Football Club.

Owen Hargreaves

A former midfielder who played for Manchester United and Bayern Munich, and is now a pundit for TNT Sports.

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What they’re saying

“There's a young lad at Como, Nico Paz. There's an option for him to go back to Real Madrid but if I'm Arsenal... this kid - you'll see him at the World Cup. Mikel Arteta will already know that this boy will be a star and if you don't ask you don't get. A player like that could suit Arsenal.”

— Owen Hargreaves, Former Midfielder

What’s next

Arsenal will face Manchester City on Sunday, April 23, 2026 in a crucial Premier League match that could have major implications for the title race.

The takeaway

As Arsenal look to maintain their Premier League title challenge, strengthening the squad with young, creative talent like Nico Paz could be key to their long-term success. The club will need to act decisively in the summer transfer window to ensure they have the depth and quality required to compete at the highest level.