Fiorentina have been handed a major advantage in the race for Franco Mastantuono after reports emerged that Real Madrid will only allow the teenager to leave on loan within Europe. The decision effectively rules out a temporary return to River Plate and places the Italian club in pole position to secure his signature for the upcoming season.
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Subscribe Sekarang →The young talent, who turns 19 next month, arrived at the Santiago Bernabeu last summer in a massive 45 million euro transfer. However, limited playing time has left the midfielder increasingly frustrated with his current situation in the Spanish capital.
According to reports from Cope and Argentine transfer specialist Cesar Luis Merlo, tension has grown behind the scenes regarding the player's next move. While Mastantuono's primary preference is a homecoming to River Plate, Real Madrid chiefs remain steadfast in their refusal to send him back to South America.
Jose Mourinho has reportedly advised the Argentina international that regular minutes are essential for his development this season. With a European-only loan mandate in place, Fiorentina have quickly become the hot favourites to land the prospect.
The Serie A side are hoping to replicate the successful development model seen at other clubs, aiming to offer the youngster a platform similar to how Como handled Nico Paz. Fiorentina officials now face the crucial task of convincing the player that a move to Italy represents the ideal next step for his career.