Real Madrid Confirms Signing Of Argentine Wonderkid Mastantuono From River Plate

‎Real Madrid has announced the signing of 17-year-old midfielder Franco Mastantuono from River Plate.

‎The transfer fee is reported to be approximately 45 million euros by Spanish media.

‎However, Argentine reports suggest the total could be as high as 60 million euros.

‎Mastantuono will play in the Club World Cup in the United States this summer with River Plate before moving to the Spanish capital.

“Mastantuono executed his release fee clause, along with Real Madrid,” explained River Plate, providing full financial details of the deal, which earns them 45 million euros, with the rest of the money largely distributed on taxes

“Thank you, Franco, for your performance and talent, it has been a pride to see you grow at the club,” the statement continued.

“We wish you all the best in this new era, which comes after the Club World Cup.”

‎”Mastantuono will be a player at our club for the next six seasons, from 14 August 2025 to 30 June 2031,” said Los Blancos in a statement.

‎”At 17, he is also the youngest player to play an official match for the Argentina national team in its history.”

‎The midfielder came through the River academy and made his first team debut for the club in January 2024.

‎Franco Mastantuono is Madrid’s third signing this summer, following Trent Alexander-Arnold from Liverpool and Dean Huijsen from Bournemouth.

‎Additionally, Madrid appointed Xabi Alonso as their new head coach, replacing Carlo Ancelotti, after the team did not secure any major trophies this season.