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Franco Mastantuono Real Madrid: Real Madrid confirmed their third signing of the summer on Friday. This move is being seen as huge—possibly even bigger than the deals for Dean Huijsen and Trent Alexander-Arnold.
The latest addition is Franco Mastantuono. He's a young Argentine talent. Real Madrid had been tracking him for years. Many believe he’s one of football’s next big stars.
Although River Plate received a net €45 million from his release clause, Real Madrid's total expenditure – including taxes, fees, and other charges – is estimated to be around €63 million.
This significant investment reflects the immense faith Real Madrid has in his future.
The club is clearly making a big bet on his long-term potential.
Saviola shares thoughts on Mastantuono
In a recent chat with MARCA, Argentine legend Javier Saviola spoke about Real Madrid’s new signing, Franco Mastantuono.
The teenager is just 17, but the club has invested heavily in him.
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Saviola reflected on the move by saying, “It reminds me a lot of how my own journey started.”
He drew parallels between his early days and Mastantuono’s rise.
“At 16, I made my debut with River Plate. By the time I was 19, I was already playing for Barcelona,” Saviola said.
He believes Mastantuono is now on a similar path.
Saviola praised the youngster for his impressive skills and maturity.
He highlighted Mastantuono’s impact in the final third of the pitch.
He even compared him to a legendary Real Madrid playmaker—one of the greatest the game has seen.
“For me, he’s nothing like Lamine Yamal,” Saviola said.
“But he does remind me of James Rodríguez.”
He went on to say that Mastantuono fits Real Madrid’s style perfectly.
“He’s the kind of player Real Madrid fans love,” he added, backing the club’s decision to sign him.
In the end, Saviola shared advice for the young talent.
He spoke about the importance of adapting quickly to life in Madrid.
Playing for Real Madrid, he said, comes with a unique kind of pressure.
“The hardest part is leaving your comfort zone,” he explained.
“You need to surround yourself with the right people. Quick adaptation is key.”
He added, “If you can handle the pressure of playing at River Plate, then you’re ready for Madrid.”
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