Fabregas attacks Zanetti. The tension between the Spanish coach and the Nerazzurri vice president exploded definitively, transforming a simple transfer suggestion into a real diplomatic case. The public declarations of the Milanese manager, who had expressed a strong admiration for Nico Paz, were not at all liked by the technical guide of the Como team, who saw in these words a serious lack of professional ethics. The reply was not long in coming, marking a deep and unsurpassable gap between the two sides of Lombard football and shielding the future of the Argentine jewel from any interference in the Como-Madrid axis.
Fabregas attacca Zanetti: la verità sul futuro di Nico Paz
Fabregas wanted to respond point by point, using extremely harsh and decisive tones to defend his club and the club that owns the player's card. Without mincing words and with a firmness that left its mark, the coach nipped any possible negotiations with the Italian champions in the bud, sending a very clear message that leaves no room for double interpretations or future transfers:
"Zanetti was an important person in the world of football. He knows the dynamics, I know everyone there. In the end Nico is a Como player, 50%. Either he will return to Real Madrid next year, or he will play at Como. I didn't like all this reference to Nico during the season. I was sorry for Zanetti's words. The only thing I can say is that Zanetti doesn't work for Real Madrid and doesn't work for Como. We need respect, for Como and for the Real. I can say one thing: Nico Paz will not play for Inter."
I dettagli dell'asse di mercato con Madrid e il muro contro l'Inter
The clear stance highlights the existence of a privileged and armored channel between the Como management and the upper echelons of the Casa Blanca. The rumors from the sports media confirm that the destiny of the attacking midfielder is already entirely traced on the axis that connects Italy to the Spanish capital, excluding for the moment any inclusion by third clubs. In fact, Real Madrid maintains total control over the boy's future thanks to the buy-back right and the resale percentage, and has no intention of depriving itself of control of the player in favor of a direct European rival. The Nerazzurri's diplomatic attempt to enter the race for talent was therefore rejected, at least for the moment.
Il focus sul finale di stagione e l'obiettivo europeo
In addition to the verbal sparks between the two former champions, the team remains focused on the field in view of the last decisive round of an extraordinary championship so far. The attention of the medical staff is all aimed at the recovery of the playmaker, who is gritting his teeth after a physical problem with his leg which has affected his recent performances and which also worries the Argentine national team staff. The common objective is to end a historic season on a high note, achieving that European placing which would represent the right reward for a group that has managed to amaze everyone and which, as forcefully reiterated by their coach, demands the utmost respect from the great powers of national football.