Chelsea Target Rising Star Midfielder with Shades of Lampard

Chelsea are showing signs of improvement under new manager Enzo Maresca this season, currently sitting in fifth place after finishing sixth last year. However, the club is still looking to strengthen its squad, with reports linking them to Como’s talented young midfielder Nico Paz.

The 20-year-old Spaniard has caught the eye of several top European clubs with his performances in Serie A this season. Chelsea face competition from the likes of Tottenham and PSG for Paz’s signature, while his former club Real Madrid hold a £7.7 million buy-back option.

Paz has drawn comparisons to Chelsea legend Frank Lampard for his ability to contribute goals and assists from midfield. In 30 Serie A appearances this season, Paz has scored 6 goals and provided 7 assists. His attacking instincts are evident in his average of 3.1 shots per 90 minutes.

Like Lampard in his prime, Paz poses a consistent goal threat from midfield positions. He scored 5 goals in a 9-game stretch earlier this season, showcasing his scoring prowess. At just 20 years old, Paz has the potential to develop into an elite attacking midfielder.

While it’s far too early to expect Paz to match Lampard’s incredible tally of 211 goals for Chelsea, his skillset and playing style do evoke memories of the Blues legend. Maresca will hope Paz can make an immediate impact if signed, as he looks to build an exciting young core at Stamford Bridge.

With his combination of goal-scoring, creativity, and work rate, Paz appears to be the type of midfielder who could thrive in the Premier League. Chelsea will face stiff competition, but landing the Como star could prove to be a shrewd piece of business as they look to return to title contention.