Arsenal are interested in signing 17-year-old Argentine attacking midfielder Franco Mastantuono from River Plate, according to TBR Football.
Mastantuono has become one of South America's fastest-rising talents since breaking into the first team earlier this year. He has already established himself in the first team despite being just 17 years old, and it's no surprise that his performances have attracted interest from Arsenal and a host of top European clubs.
Now, according to TBR FootballThe Gunners have been keeping a close eye on Mastantuono and are interested in signing the Argentine prospect.
However, the north London club face stiff competition to sign the Argentina Under-20 international as TBR Football The midfield gem is also reportedly being courted by several European giants, including Manchester City, Barcelona, Chelsea and real Madrid – who have already started talks to sign him.
Despite interest from Arsenal, the teenager prefers a move to the Spanish capital, with Madrid considered the favourites to secure the £47m-rated player's signature.
Argentine talent
Arsenal are renowned for developing talented prospects who develop into world-class players capable of competing at the elite stages.
Guillermo Saliba and Bukayo Saka are excellent examples, such as the duo, under the tutelage of Mikel Artetahave grown to become some of the best players at their respective positions.
South American talents are no exception: Gabriel Martinelli, despite his recent form, marked the Premier League stands out in the 2022-23 season with 20 goal contributions.
They also boast some huge potential talents at the famed Hale End Academy, with 17-year-old Ethan Nwaneri and Myles Lewis-Skelly already making their first-team debuts.
Signing Mastantuono would be another great step by the north London club to secure the best talent for the club's present and future.
Although Madrid are considered favourites, a path into the first team could give the Gunners an advantage in acquiring the youngster over the Spanish giants, who already have Jude Bellingham, Arda Guler and Brahim Diaz occupying the attacking midfield positions.
