Real Madrid confident about new deal for South America’s biggest starlet

Real Madrid have a proven track record of working with the best young players in the world and turning them into stars. Just look at Vinicius Junior and Rodrygo in recent history, the two of them are now among the best players in the world after committing to Real Madrid.

Carlo Ancelotti hopes that Endrick is next, as the Brazil star who scored his first senior goal on international duty this weekend is due to arrive at the Bernabeu this summer. However, could there be another South American superstar joining him in a few years time?

Real Madrid confident about new deal for South America’s biggest starlet

Well, according to Marca, Real Madrid are confident they've found the next star. The report claims that Franco Mastantuono is of interest to Real Madrid, having sent out scouts to watch the River Plate star in action.

Ageing at just 16 years old, Mastantuono has already made nine Copa de la Liga apparances this season. His side, River Plate, are second in the table, having played 14 league matches.

While most of Mastantuono's appearances have come from the bench, the 16-year-old is impressing fans not just in Argentina, but worldwide. It is still early days, but he is showing every sign of becoming a superstar, given the right time and developmental plan.

Real Madrid, as mentioned, have a great track record of providing development plans to their young players. Sometimes, it entails representing their Real Madrid Castilla team for a short period. This is something which could definitely benefit Mastantuono.

River Plate has provided some excellent young talents to Europe in recent seasons, with Enzo Fernandez and Julian Alvarez springing to mind. At just 16, it is easy to see why Mastantuono is mentioned in the same sentence as these stars. Representing the midfield, he could be the long-term successor to Toni Kroos and Luka Modric in the Spanish capital.

Do you think Real Madrid will sign Franco Mastantuono?