Madrid's Comeback Play: Paz and Endrick Back, One Question Mark Hovers

Madrid Looks to Shape Next Season

Real Madrid is studying the shape of the upcoming season, while keeping its focus on the remainder of La Liga and the Champions League.

According to AS, two names are nearing a return to the club's plans for next season: Argentine Nico Paz and Brazilian Endrick.

Paz could come back as of July 1, with a buy-back clause activated for nine million euros, AS reports.

Two Returns, One Doubt

Endrick's situation, by contrast, is more delicate. He left Madrid due to limited minutes under former coach Xabi Alonso, and his handling at Valdebebas has been described as less than ideal, despite his form since his loan to Lyon.

That has fed a current sense of partial regret about his departure, even though many thought the move was the best for all parties at the time.

Madrid is also considering the future of 21-year-old Spaniard Jacobo Ramon, who has been delivering strong performances in Italy with Como, with no final decision yet on a summer return.

The club may opt to keep Ramon on for another season to continue his development under coach Cesc Fabregas, before making a final call.

Punchline 1: If patience were a player, Madrid would finally bench the bench for a change of scenery. Punchline 2: Real Madrid's transfer window is like a stealth mission—lots of talk, a few signs of life, and a trophy at the end if you squint hard enough.