Soccer player wearing a River Plate jersey celebrating in a stadium with Real Madrid emblems on the screens
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In Argentina, they announce the outrage over what Mastantuono did to join Real Madrid.

The reason for the fury that has erupted in Argentina over Franco Mastantuono's signing has been revealed

In recent days, Real Madrid have sped up several of the most important operations they had in sight. One of the most recent has been Franco Mastantuono's, whose signing by Real Madrid has been finalized. While this is a big step forward for Mastantuono, the way this signing happened has greatly angered Argentina.

"He might not play anymore. I don't know if he's going to the Club World Cup" were some of the words explaining the fury of several Argentinians. "Mastantuono put pressure to leave" has been the reason why Argentina have shown their displeasure with this operation. As part of River Plate, several Argentinians didn't consider the way Mastantuono handled things to be appropriate.

By putting pressure to finalize his signing by Real Madrid before the Club World Cup, Mastantuono has managed to fulfill a dream. However, this isn't how several Argentinians have seen this operation, considering the player's actions to be in poor taste.

Young player in a white River Plate uniform holding a ball and looking down in a stadium
Mastantuono will go to the World Cup with River | Real Madrid Confidencial

The fury over Mastantuono

Playing for River Plate since January 2024, Franco Mastantuono began to stand out from his very first match. Developing as a right winger, Mastantuono has already delivered performances worthy of recognition. Earning a spot as an undisputed starter, Mastantuono has achieved 7 goals and 4 assists this season.

With natural talent and being only 17 years old, Real Madrid never had any doubts about completing his signing. Fitting the profile Real Madrid seek in young players with potential, Mastantuono did everything possible to speed up the transfer.

River Plate player celebrating a goal in the stadium in front of a crowd of fans
Mastantuono is one step away from playing for Real Madrid | Real Madrid Confidencial

While Mastantuono achieved his goal, this came at the cost of criticism from the Argentinian fans, something that became clear with their statements. Considering that Mastantuono should have been more respectful toward River Plate, the fury of the Argentinians is palpable.

The desire to play for Real Madrid

Despite this situation, it seems that several Argentinian fans don't understand Mastantuono's desire to be part of Real Madrid. Considered the best club in the world, Real Madrid have secured the services of a great talent.

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