It is no surprise that Real Madrid are linked again to another south American young talent. When it comes to scouting players from the southern part of America and transforming them into superstars, Real Madrid is far clear above the others.

At just 17, Argentina wonderkid Franco mastantuono has already generated a lot of excitement at Real Madrid. According to some reports, the club is already in negotiations with youngstar. Despite Real Madrid’s admiration for Mastantuono, a move this summer does not look likely

Real Madrid’s plans for Mastantuono

In an update by Diario AS, Real Madrid will start negotiating with River plates in the coming months for Mastantuono. This comes after River plates president Jorge Brito denied any initial talks between his club and the los blancos for the 17 years old services;

“There were no negotiations with Real Madrid for Franco Mastantuono, I can assure you. Neither with Florentino Perez nor with anyone else. It was a meeting for other reasons,”  said the Argentinian side president on a meeting that occurred between both part.

Jorge Brito further made use of the youngstars age as a key factor to Back his next point. According to the club president, the 17 years old is in no hurry to hit the exit doors for Europe;

The player is very calm and very happy at River plates. We believe that this process should not be rushed. He is in full development, he is still only 17 years old.

“Neither the player nor we are in any sort of a hurry for him to leave. I think we have to value him and appreciate that we have a great jewel that I have no doubt will break the day he has to leave. Today is the time for him to only think about River plates.”  concluded the president, shutting down any rumors for an exit this summer.

Real Madrid’s richness in Midfield

Midfield positions at Real Madrid are occupied by some of the biggest names in European football. The merengues boast the likes of: Modrić, Valverde, Tchouaméni, Camavinga, Bellingham & Ceballos in Midfield.

However, with some departure expected in the future, with Modrić and Ceballos looking the possible culprits, spaces could open up for Mastantuono.

Indeed, an attacking midfielder by trade, Jude Bellingham will be the youngstars direct competition at the club.

Franco mastantuono’s deal with Rivers run until winter of 2026. It’s also worth mentioning the youngstar €45m release clause.

Knowing Real Madrid, it’s very not like them to shell out such an amount for a teenager. Intense negotiations could be expected in the coming months.