Real Madrid “serious” about the 16-year-old River Plate wonderkid, possibility that the arrival could come this summer

Real Madrid is well known for shopping in the South American market. They signed Vinicius Junior and Rodrygo in consecutive summers in 2018 and 2019, and will soon welcome the arrival of Endrick, for whom an agreement was agreed in December 2022.

This time, the Blancos have turned their attention to Argentina – in particular, they show a strong interest in the 16-year-old midfielder Franco Mastantuono. The youngster is regarded as the most talented forward in Argentine football in recent years, alongside River Plate team-mate Claudio Echeverri, who is set to join Manchester City.

Ace for Relief, Real Madrid has a serious interest in Mastantuono, who has a €45m release clause, which River are likely to refer to. Because of his age, and his nationality, he could not join a club in Europe until he turns 18, although the report notes that he has an Italian passport, so he could, in essence, join before he reaches this age.

It will be a mad rush for clubs to sign Mastantuono. Real Madrid they feel that they are more than capable of convincing him to join, even if they will face significant competition.