Nico Paz’s appearance at the World Cup has been put in doubt due to a knee injury he suffered in the penultimate match of the season.
Although it was initially thought to be a minor problem, doubts about the seriousness of the injury and recovery time are increasing concerns for the Argentina national team, writes AS .
The midfielder continues to limp after the injury he suffered against Hellas Verona, which forced him to miss the last two games of the season. Initial optimism has faded in recent hours, as the possibility that it is a more serious injury than just a muscle injury is now being considered. His condition will be assessed daily, but for the moment his activation is considered “doubtful”.
After a very good year, Paz was seen as one of the key names in the process of refreshing the world champions’ squad. His possible absence would leave a void in midfield, especially in the creative aspect, in an Argentina that is already looking for new profiles after the departure of Ángel Di María.
Buendía Option
If it is confirmed that Nico Paz will not be available for the World Cup, the main candidate to replace him is said to be Emiliano Buendía.
He is considered a suitable alternative, especially after a strong end to the season with Aston Villa, where he contributed to securing qualification for the Champions League.
Buendía is a player who can cover several roles in the attacking third and has shown that he knows how to make the difference in important matches.
According to AS , his performances at the end of the season and his increased confidence could make him a serious option for Argentina if Paz does not recover in time.
