There's already a date for Franco Mastantuono's presentation, a doubly special day

Real Madrid moved quickly and secured the services of Franco Mastantuono before the World Cup. This signing was officially announced, but it wasn't going to be finalized immediately. Not only because River Plate was also present at the aforementioned event.

FIFA didn't give guarantees to Real Madrid that they'd authorize his transfer as a minor. Although he holds both Italian and Argentine nationalities, doubts have delayed everything. However, it seems they've already decided which day the presentation will take place.

It'll be a very special day for him, since the official presentation at the white club is always special for everyone. In addition, his will take place on August 14, which makes it even more so. That date is when he turns 18 years old (18 años), so it'll be a double celebration for him.

Real Madrid was forced to delay his arrival at the club until he was of legal age. Given the doubts that arose after consulting FIFA, they didn't want to take risks. They didn't want to wait long, and the first day they can, they'll present Mastantuono.

Xabi Alonso trusts Franco Mastantuono's arrival

The issues with Mastantuono's age may affect his arrival, and not just because of the date. Instead, they'll require him to have a special plan since he won't be present during the preseason. That could cause his adaptation to take a bit longer than the club would have liked.

But Xabi Alonso is hopeful about Franco Mastantuono's arrival since he sees him as an important piece. He believes he can solve part of the problems as we've been able to confirm at Defensa Central. What the young Argentine brings isn't currently offered by any other player.

Everything suggests he'll start out wide, as a right winger, although he has the ability to cut inside. There, he'll be able to help build up play and break lines. These are aspects Xabi values, and that's why he's eagerly awaiting his arrival this summer.