Fiorentina have launched an ambitious pursuit for Real Madrid's highly regarded forward Franco Mastantuono as they look to bolster their attacking options. According to transfer analyst Alfredo Pedullà, the Serie A club made an exploratory enquiry for the 2007-born Argentine, who holds Italian citizenship.
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Subscribe Sekarang →The young forward has struggled to secure regular playing time at the Santiago Bernabéu under successive coaches. Real Madrid remain firm on their conditions for any potential deal. Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano reports that over five clubs across Spain and Europe have enquired about the teenager, but Los Blancos will only entertain a straight loan without an option to buy.
The Spanish giants demand guaranteed minutes for Mastantuono to further his development. Based on recent reports, Real Madrid want to mirror the loan strategy that successfully rebuilt Endrick's form during his temporary spell at Lyon.
The move forms part of a broader transfer strategy overseen by Fabio Paratici. Fiorentina are actively seeking wide players and attacking midfielders to support their frontline, with their summer strategy partly linked to the future of striker Moise Kean.