A man with a microphone, a player wearing a Real Madrid jersey, and the River Plate crest in the background
Mastantuono dressed in Real Madrid's kit, the President and River Plate's crest | Camara Real Madrid Confidencial
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River Plate president takes the floor and announces Franco Mastantuono's future

First statements from the Argentine side about Mastantuono and his future

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Borja Díaz

In recent days, the name Franco Mastantuono has been one of the most frequently mentioned among Madridists. After many rumors, Los Blancos went after his signing. Although it hasn't been made official, it seems they've reached an agreement with River Plate.

Real Madrid will secure the services of the young midfielder, and River's president has spoken about his future. Jorge Brito has showered his player with praise and the future that awaits him. "Mastantuono is one of the most important talents to emerge in the last 20 to 30 years in Argentina," he stated.

An Argentine player moves forward with the ball while being held by a Chilean opponent during a soccer match, with other players watching the play in the background.
Mastantuono playing with the Argentine national team | AFA

It's clear that the Argentine club sees him as the current jewel of Argentine soccer. In fact, during this international break, he made his debut with the senior national team at 17 years old (17 years old). He's breaking barriers and will keep doing so with his arrival at Real Madrid for next season.

Although everything indicates that he'll go through an adaptation process similar to Endrick's during this campaign. Patience will be needed with him due to his youth and the fact that he's a newcomer. The club trusts greatly in the potential Mastantuono has shown.

Real Madrid's gesture with River over Mastantuono

Real Madrid intended to immediately add Mastantuono to their squad. Reports from Argentina suggest they could've done so, but something happened that changed everything. River Plate wanted to keep him during the tournament as his last service.

Soccer player in a River Plate uniform making a gesture of doubt or confusion on the field.
Mastantuono welcomes River Plate with open arms | Real Madrid Confidencial

During negotiations, they conveyed this to Los Blancos, asking to keep Franco. Real Madrid, which has a good relationship with River, agreed not to bring him in until after the tournament. This gesture was greatly appreciated by the Argentine side.

This way, he'll join Real Madrid's squad when the Club World Cup ends. Xabi Alonso already knows and also approved of having this detail with Los Millonarios. He'll be available already thinking about next season throughout the summer.

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