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Following the purchase of Endrick, Real Madrid has already begun their quest for the next South American player with undiscovered promise.
Franco Mastantuono’s name has been brought to the attention of a great number of people, and many people anticipate that the 16-year-old will become the next big thing in Argentine football.
Mastantuono, who is now playing for River Plate, has even become one of Real Madrid’s top priorities as they prepare to enter the summer transfer market.
However, due to Mastantuono’s age, Real Madrid would have to wait a few more years before they could get the assistance of the young player. If the player is a South American and does not possess a European passport, then this is the case.
Mastantuono is available for immediate signing by Real Madrid.
On the other hand, it would seem that Mastantuono does in fact possess a European passport, as stated by Gaston Edul. Due to the fact that he is a community player, he is able to sign with a European club without having to wait until he reaches the age of 18.
This indicates that Real Madrid will have the opportunity to acquire Mastantuono over the next summer, providing that they fulfill the player’s release clause.
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Although the present contract that Mastantuono has with River Plate is set to expire in 2026, the contract does have a release clause that is worth 45 million euros.
Due to the fact that Real Madrid is so intent on acquiring Mastantuono, the club will not completely rule out the possibility of paying such a high price for the young player during the summer transfer window.
Real Madrid has an additional motivation to pursue the player since the young Argentine can come at Santiago Bernabeu immediately. This offers Real Madrid the opportunity to pursue the kid.
In the years to come, Mastantuono has the potential to be an asset for Real Madrid. He is a dynamic offensive midfielder who is also capable of playing on the wings.
Having said that, it is important to point out that Mastantuono, due to his age, could have to go through the junior departments at Real Madrid before he can be regarded fit for the senior team.
The manner in which Real Madrid approaches this problem throughout the next summer will thus be an intriguing topic of discussion.