Owen Hargreaves has encouraged Arsenal to bolster their attacking options, suggesting a former Real Madrid forward would be an ideal target for Mikel Arteta’s side.
Arsenal are currently leading the Premier League, despite only Viktor Gyokeres having scored more than six goals in the competition. The Gunners are also in the semi-finals of the Champions League where they will take on Atletico Madrid. Attention is turning to the summer transfer window as a chance to strengthen the squad.
Arsenal’s Attacking Priorities
Arsenal’s defence has been solid, but Hargreaves believes the attacking areas should be prioritised in the summer transfer window. Steven Gerrard has also suggested that Arsenal should sign a new left-winger. Hargreaves has named Nico Paz as an ideal target.
Paz, an Argentina international, is currently playing for Como under ex-Arsenal midfielder Cesc Fabregas. He signed from Real Madrid in 2024. Real Madrid reportedly have the option to re-sign Paz, but Hargreaves has urged Arsenal to make a move for the 21-year-old. Chelsea have also been linked with Paz, who is expected to feature at this summer’s World Cup.
Hargreaves’s Recommendation
Hargreaves, speaking on TNT Sports, highlighted Nico Paz as a potential summer signing for Arsenal. He noted Real Madrid’s option to bring Paz back, but suggested Arsenal should enquire about his availability.
Hargreaves said: ‘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.’
Fabregas’s Praise for Paz
Cesc Fabregas has consistently praised Paz since he joined Como from Real Madrid. Back in November, Fabregas said, ‘Nico does incredible things. He is a footballer capable of pulling a trick out of his hat at any moment.’ Last month, Fabregas added, ‘He sees the goal, he
With the summer transfer window approaching, Arsenal’s potential move for Nico Paz could be one to watch.