The air in the Bernabéu is thick with anticipation. The whispers are no longer whispers; they are roars echoing through the corridors of power. Jose Mourinho is on the brink of returning to Real Madrid, poised to take the reins immediately after the club's presidential election. If Florentino Pérez secures his re-election, the Portuguese maestro could be unveiled within hours, bringing his signature intensity and tactical ruthlessness back to the heart of Spanish football.

The Paz Project

Mourinho’s vision is already taking shape, and it starts with a name that might send shivers down the spine of established starters. According to Italian journalist Gianluca Di Marzio, the new manager has set his sights on Nico Paz. The 21-year-old Argentine midfielder, who spent his last season shining at Como, is the target. This is not just a transfer rumor; it is a statement of intent. Paz, a product of Real Madrid’s youth academy, was sold to Como with a €9 million buyback clause. Today, his market value has skyrocketed to €80 million. In just two seasons wearing the black and blue stripes, he has played 75 matches, delivering a staggering 19 goals and 17 assists. He is not just a prospect; he is a proven force.

Arda Güler’s Fight for Survival

For Arda Güler, this news is a cold splash of reality. The Turkish star, who has solidified his place in the squad under Xabi Alonso and Álvaro Arbeloa, now faces a fresh and fierce competitor in the exact same position. Paz’s potential arrival means the comfortable rhythm Güler has established could be shattered. This season, Güler has appeared in 51 matches for Real Madrid, contributing 6 goals and 14 assists, with a market value of €90 million. But in Mourinho’s world, market value means nothing if you cannot secure your starting jersey. The stage is set for a dramatic battle for midfield supremacy, and only the strongest will survive.