Mastantuono’s stellar performances have caught the eye of top European clubs, sparking a competitive pursuit for the 16-year-old midfielder. Real Madrid, according to Sport, has taken proactive measures to outmaneuver rivals like Barcelona and Manchester United in securing his services. The Spanish giants have reportedly engaged in talks with River Plate, demonstrating their determination to secure Mastantuono’s signature.
Initially interested in acquiring Mastantuono, Barcelona has reluctantly withdrawn from the race due to financial limitations, delaying any potential deal until the next season. Real Madrid has capitalized on this situation, allegedly holding two meetings with River Plate. The first, led by Juni Calafat, was followed by a second meeting attended by Jose Sanchez, the second-in-command at Santiago Bernabeu after President Florentino Perez. The club aims to finalize the agreement and bring Mastantuono to Europe upon his 18th birthday, following the precedent set by signings like Vinicius Jr., Rodrygo, and Endrick.
Mastantuono is subject to a release clause of €45m (£39m/$49m), set to increase to €50m (£43m/$54m) in the final days of the upcoming summer transfer window. However, Real Madrid is hesitant about the hefty price tag and intends to negotiate for a lower transfer fee.
River Plate, having recently sold Claudio Echeverri to Manchester City for a reported €30m (£26m/$32m), is keen on fetching a higher price for Mastantuono, aiming to set a new record for Argentine football in youth player sales. Mastantuono has showcased his scoring prowess twice for River Plate, once in the Copa Libertadores and again in the Copa Argentina. His next match is slated against Nacional on May 7 in the Libertadores.
River Plate performance and stats
River Plate is currently 8th in the Primera Division with 12 points.
In the last 10 games, it has won 3 times, drawn 3 times, and lost 4 times. In its last match, River Plate lost 3-0 against Peñarol.
It has a negative goal difference after scoring 13 goals and conceding 14.
River Plate will play the next match in Primera Division against Cerro Largo on Sunday 5th of May in Montevideo. The prediction is Cerro Largo winning the match.
Real Madrid performance and stats
Real Madrid is currently 1st in the La Liga with 84 points.
In the last 33 games, it has won 26 times, drawn 6 times, and lost once. In its last match, Real Madrid won 0-1 against Real Sociedad.
It has a positive goal difference after scoring 71 goals and conceding 22.
Real Madrid will play the next match in La Liga against Cádiz on Saturday 4th of May in Madrid. The prediction is Real Madrid winning the match.
FC Barcelona performance and stats
FC Barcelona is currently 2nd in the La Liga with 73 points.
In the last 33 games, it has won 22 times, drawn 7 times, and lost 4 times. In its last match, FC Barcelona won 4-2 against Valencia.
It has a positive goal difference after scoring 68 goals and conceding 39.
FC Barcelona will play the next match in La Liga against Girona on Saturday 4th of May in Girona. The prediction is FC Barcelona winning the match.