Man Utd & Arsenal to battle for Como playmaker?

Manchester United and Arsenal could compete for the signature of Como playmaker Nico Paz at the end of the campaign.

The Argentine has established himself as one of the best attacking players in Europe. He has already made 14 goal contributions in as many games this term.

This includes eight goal involvements in just four Champions League matches, and he has certainly enhanced his reputation with his glowing performances so far.

Como have no plans to part ways with him at the start of the year, but the door could be open for him to pursue a bigger challenge if he wishes next summer.

Arsenal have been firm admirers of him for several months, and it appears United are now prepared to battle it out as they seek a successor to Bruno Fernandes.

Fernandes' current deal expires in June next year, but there is a 12-month option. He has just turned down a renewal and could be replaced with Paz next summer.

It could take at least £67m to prise him away from Como.