Cesc Fabregas, coach of Como, confirmed that Nico Paz was transported to the hospital after suffering a head injury during their 2-0 victory over Genoa. Fabregas noted that the player “couldn’t see properly.”
The Argentine international was a starter in the Serie A Week 34 fixture at the Luigi Ferraris Stadium and was performing well in the early stages of the match.
However, during the first half, Paz was involved in a head collision with Genoa defender Alessandro Marcandalli. Following the incident, he repeatedly went to the touchline and informed the medical staff that he was having trouble seeing clearly out of one eye.
According to reports from DAZN Italia’s sideline reporters, Nico Paz indicated that he was experiencing visual disturbances, describing it as “seeing red.”
Given these concerns, he was substituted at halftime by Maxence Caqueret and subsequently taken to a hospital in Genoa for medical evaluation and tests.
“Nico is doing better; he is in the hospital and they are evaluating him there,” coach Fabregas stated during a press conference. “He was struggling to see properly. Regardless, it is important for us to be able to find many different solutions from the team.”
Sky Sport Italia has since reported that Nico Paz has been released from the hospital after tests revealed no serious issues. He is expected to return to Como with the team.
Nico Paz has had a productive season for Como, scoring 13 goals and providing eight assists in 38 competitive appearances.
Real Madrid holds a buy-back option on the 21-year-old player, reportedly valued at €9 million, and multiple sources indicate they intend to exercise this option.
English Translation and Rephrased Text:
Cesc Fabregas confirmed that Como’s player, Nico Paz, was sent to the hospital due to a head injury sustained during the team’s 2-0 away win against Genoa. The coach mentioned that the player was experiencing vision problems. Paz, an Argentine international, was a starter and playing effectively until he collided heads with Genoa defender Marcandalli in the first half. He subsequently signaled to medical staff that he had difficulty seeing from one eye. Reports suggest he described visual disturbances. Consequently, Paz was substituted at halftime and taken to a Genoa hospital for assessment. Fabregas expressed that Paz was improving and undergoing evaluation, emphasizing the team’s ability to adapt. Later reports indicated Paz was discharged after tests showed no significant issues and he would rejoin the team. Paz has recorded 13 goals and 8 assists for Como this season, and Real Madrid reportedly plans to activate their €9 million buy-back clause.
