Real Madrid have a brilliant track record in recent years when it comes to signing top talents from South America and developing them into first-team players at Santiago Bernabeu. We have seen this happen time after time. Vinicius Jr, Rodrygo and Fede Valverde are fine examples of their policy working. Endrick has arrived this summer and will be expected to follow the same path considering the reputation and potential he has.
Another highly rated South American talent has caught the eye of Real Madrid recently. It is none other than Franco Mastantuono of River Plate, who has been linked with almost every top club in Europe in recent times.
It is Real Madrid who seem to be his most likely destination though. And while the club do not seem ready to match the release clause in his contract, they could still make a significant offer to sign him.
As reported by AS, Real Madrid are moving forward quietly. Santiago Solari is leading the negotiations, offering €25 million. The 'Endrick formula' is being considered: sign now, arrive in a year.
Real Madrid ready to pay €25m fee to sign Argentine player
Mastantuono is already starting to find his feet in the senior game despite having made only 21 appearances at this level so far. in his most recent appearance, he scored a remarkable free-kick to win River Plate. It was another glimpse into his potential.
Someone like Mastantuono would tick almost all the boxes that Real Madrid look for when signing a youngster. He seems destined for the top and it does not get higher than Los Blancos.
Of course, signing the Argentine talent would not be simple. Several other top clubs around Europe are believed to be interested. Some might even be willing to pay a bigger transfer fee than Real Madrid. So, let's wait and see how things play out in the Mastantuono saga.