The promise Xabi Alonso made to Mastantuono, revealed: 'Our plan...'

With just a few days left before he turns eighteen, Franco Mastantuono is already on his way to being presented by Real Madrid. The player, who plays as a right winger, has raised doubts about his role at the club. "Our plan is for you to gradually get into the team until you become a starter in the first season."

These were the words with which Xabi, according to information from AS newspaper, revealed Mastantuono's role to him. With Jude Bellingham absent for the first few months, Mastantuono will be important for the team. According to what we know at Defensa Central, Xabi fully trusts Mastantuono to earn a place in the starting eleven.

The Argentine, still just 17 years old, is excited to begin this new stage. After showing his talent at River Plate, the time to prove his worth in Europe is about to arrive. All that's left is to wait for his birthday this coming August 14.

The importance of Mastantuono

Just last season, Franco Mastantuono scored 7 goals and provided 4 assists with River Plate. Playing a total of 1,747 minutes, these numbers were more than surprising from the Argentine. Despite his young age, Mastantuono has shown himself to be extremely mature both on and off the field.

While his position is right winger, Mastantuono can also play in midfield. A versatility that has been taken into account by Xabi Alonso. The coach from Tolosa will need all the help possible in the center of the field.

This is due to the losses this position has suffered over the past few seasons. Kroos's retirement, Modric's departure, and Bellingham's surgery have been the most important. Because of this, and for the upcoming season, Mastantuono is set to be relevant from the very first minute.

A pillar for Xabi Alonso

After the great level shown at the Club World Cup, the trust in Xabi Alonso's Real Madrid is enormous. The coach is managing to build a team that, with the arrival of Franco Mastantuono, will take a huge leap in quality.