The Argentine midfielder was left out of the squad for Como's last match, and his presence in the World Cup is in doubt.
Meanwhile, Cesc Fàbregas, coach of Como, wants to have him for the last match of the season against Cremonese, a crucial game as the team fights to qualify for the next Champions League. However, any contact or blow could worsen the situation and jeopardize his presence in the World Cup.
The countdown to the 2026 World Cup has begun, and in the Argentinian National Team, a new concern has emerged. Nicolás Paz, one of the young players that Lionel Scaloni is considering for the final roster, is dealing with a physical issue in his left knee that raises uncertainty just days before the final cut.
The midfielder from Como has been carrying discomfort since the match against Hellas Verona, played a week ago, and this Sunday he was left out of the squad in the 1-0 victory against Parma in the penultimate round of Serie A. Although reports from Italy claim that it is not a serious injury, the pain persists, and the coaching staff of the Albiceleste is closely monitoring the situation.
According to reports, the medical examinations have already been reviewed by the National Team, although there is still no absolute certainty about the player's physical condition. The main concern revolves around the risk that the ailment could worsen if he plays again before fully recovering.
For this reason, in the coming days, one of the doctors from the Albiceleste will travel to personally assess the player and determine the actual extent of the injury. Scaloni has until May 30 to submit the final list of 26 players, and so far, the former Real Madrid player was seen as one of the almost guaranteed names.
Paz has just completed a breakout season in Italy. In 35 Serie A matches, he scored 12 goals and provided 7 assists, numbers that made him one of the revelations of the championship. Additionally, he added one goal and one assist in the Copa Italia, a competition where he reached the semifinals.
For now, his physical progress will be monitored minute by minute, and the coaching staff of the Albiceleste hopes that the injury is just a scare before the World Cup.
Since his debut at the end of 2024, the 21-year-old midfielder has played 280 minutes in the Argentinian jersey, spread over 8 matches (4 in the South American Qualifiers and 4 friendlies), in which he scored one goal and provided one assist.
