Thibaut Courtois makes strong prediction about former Real Madrid academy star’s return: ‘He’ll be a great player for us’
Real Madrid goalkeeper confident about potential return Courtois also believes that Paz has the qualities required to become an important player at the Santiago Bernabeu.
Key points
- It remains to be seen whether the club activate their buy-back option for Paz and whether he plays for Real Madrid in the near future.
- Courtois reveals he recommended Nico Paz to Fabregas Speaking to Argentine outlet TN during the Web Summit in Lisbon, the Belgian also revealed his surprising involvement in Paz’s move to Italy.
- The fact that a senior figure like Courtois is openly backing his return speaks volumes about the youngster’s potential.
“I’m sure that if he can return to Real Madrid, he’ll be a great player for us.
Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois has expressed his admiration for the youngster and backed him to succeed if he returns to the Spanish capital.
Additional details
- Madrid have a buy-back option for Paz for the 2027/28 season, but it expires after the summer, after which the club would lose complete control over his future.
- (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images) The decision was said to have been made at the 22-year-old’s request, as he wanted to remain the star of Cesc’s project.
- The competition for places in attack and midfield at Madrid means Paz might not get the kind of playing time he needs if he returns to the Spanish club.
- Courtois disclosed that Como manager Cesc Fabregas had personally contacted him to enquire about the youngster before bringing him to the Italian club.
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