Franco Mastantuono: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

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When Real Madrid made four summer signings in 2025, there was one that was the most eye-opening for fans. Young Argentine Franco Mastantuono arrived with a hefty price tag from River Plate, with high expectations for the attacking midfielder.

Rayo Vallecano News / The Trivela Effect / February 3

Franco Mastantuono keeps committing the same annoying sin

Although Real Madrid got back to winning ways in La Liga this weekend with a 2-1 victory over pesky local rivals Rayo Vallecano, their performance was, once again, far from convincing.

Bayer Leverkusen News / The Trivela Effect / January 26

Franco Mastantuono made Real Madrid feel even better about firing Xabi Alonso

Even though many thought that Xabi Alonso would want Real Madrid to help him bring Florian Wirtz with him from Bayer Leverkusen, instead of signing his crown jewel from the historic undefeated 2023/24 season, Alonso tabbed Franco Mastantuono has his next great playmaker.

Real Madrid News / The 4th Official / January 26

Diaz To Start, Mastantuono On The Bench | 4-3-3 Real Madrid Predicted Lineup Vs Benfica

Real Madrid will clash heads with Benfica in the UEFA Champions League this Wednesday night as they look to secure a good result on the road. Los Blancos managed to earn a solid 2-0 win over Villarreal recently, so they would be full of confidence going into this game.

Napoli News / HITC / January 25

Chelsea daily transfer rumour roundup: Latest on Kim Min-Jae, Franco Mastantuono, and Josh Acheampong

Chelsea’s transfer focus continues to span experience, youth, and internal development as the Blues weigh up defensive reinforcements and midfield depth.

Real Madrid News / Caught Offside / January 25

Report: Chelsea pushing to sign €45 million Argentine wonderkid this month

Chelsea are interested in signing the Real Madrid midfielder Franco Mastantuono. The talented young Argentine has struggled for regular opportunities at Real Madrid since the €45 million move.

Soccer News / Real Madrid CF on SI / January 20

Real Madrid 6-1 Monaco: Report & Full Match Highlights As Vini Jr. Shines

Real Madrid put themselves close to a top-eight finish in the league phase of the Champions League, beating Monaco 6-1 at the Bernabeu. A first-half brace from Kylian Mbappe, followed by second-half strikes from Franco Mastantuono, Vinicius Jr., Jude Bellingham, and an own goal, sealed the emphatic win.

Soccer News / SempreInter.com / January 17

Inter Milan Scouting Real Madrid Wonderkids – Looking To Sign €50M Marquee Player

Inter Milan are stepping up their monitoring of Real Madrid young attacking talents like Guler, Mastantuono and Como-owned Nico Paz as Oaktree weigh up a potential marquee signing for the summer.

Real Madrid News / Football Espana / January 14

Real Madrid manager Alvaro Arbeloa blames himself for Copa del Rey exit

Real Madrid have been knocked out of the Copa del Rey, having been defeated by Albacete in their Round of 16 tie. Goals from Franco Mastantuono and Gonzalo Garcia were not enough, as Javi Villar and Jefte (x2) struck to seal a memorable win for the Segunda side.

Real Madrid News / Real Madrid CF on SI / January 14

Albacete 3-2 Real Madrid: Report & Full Match Highlights As The Woes Continue

What has been a tough few days for Real Madrid got even worse as they were eliminated from the Copa del Rey. They lost 3-2 to Albacete, who sit 17th in La Liga 2, thanks to a late stoppage-time winner from Jefte Betancor.

Napoli News / Football Espana / December 29

Real Madrid turn down Napoli approach for attacker

Real Madrid have already finalised the exit of Endrick Felipe, in what is expected to be their only piece of business for the winter transfer window. However, there had been a chance that Franco Mastantuono would join him in leaving on loan.

Soccer News / Football Italia / December 28

Report Mastantuono loan proposal from Napoli rejected by Real Madrid

According to Marca, Napoli have asked Real Madrid about the possibility of taking Franco Mastantuono on loan in January, but were rejected outright. The Partenopei are looking for new midfielders after an injury crisis ruled out Kevin De Bruyne, Andre Frank Zambo Anguissa and Billy Gilmour.

Real Madrid News / Real Madrid CF on SI / December 21

Real Madrid Transfer News: Neves, Mastantuono, Paz, Tarrega & More - December 21, 2025

The next time Real Madrid plays a competitive game, the winter transfer window will be open. The question is, will they be active in January? There are rumors suggesting they may be, with a midfielder from the Saudi Pro League mentioned.

Real Madrid News / The 4th Official / December 17

Mbappe Gets 8, Mastantuono With 7 | Real Madrid Players Rated In Hard-Fought Win Vs Talavera

Real Madrid faced off against Talavera at the Estadio El Prado earlier tonight as they hoped to secure a good result on the road in the Copa del Rey. Los Blancos made a good start to the contest and got their noses ahead in the 41st minute when Kylian Mbappe scored from the penalty spot.

Soccer News / Real Madrid CF on SI / December 9

Real Madrid vs Manchester City Preview: Start Time, Team News & Odds

It's a huge week for Real Madrid after their 2-0 loss to Celta Vigo. It starts with Manchester City in the Champions League at the Bernabeu on December 10.

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Soccer News / Real Madrid CF on SI / November 19

Franco Mastantuono Asked Who is Better, Himself or Barcelona’s Lamine Yamal

The next generational talent to walk through the doors at Real Madrid looks set to be Franco Mastantuono. The teenage Argentine signed from River Plate this past summer, making the move after immediately turning 18 on August 14.

Soccer News / Football Espana / November 17

Real Madrid finally receive update on fitness of Franco Mastantuono

Real Madrid star and Argentina international Franco Mastantuono has been out of action for the last two weeks with a groin problem, but there have been no updates on a potential return for him.

Real Madrid News / Football Espana / November 8

Real Madrid target acknowledges transfer interest – 'I have managed to get…'

Real Madrid signed Franco Mastantuono over the summer, and in 2026, they could move for another wonderkid that has been making waves in his home country.

Rayo Vallecano News / Football Espana / November 4

Real Madrid star ruled out with return date due to groin issue

Things have been going swimmingly for Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso in recent weeks, but the start of this week did bring with it a setback for Los Blancos.

Real Madrid News / The 4th Official / November 3

Camavinga To Start, Mastantuono On The Bench | 4-2-3-1 Real Madrid Predicted Lineup Vs Liverpool

Real Madrid will clash heads with Liverpool at Anfield this Tuesday night as they look to secure a positive result on the road in the UEFA Champions League.

Real Madrid News / Real Madrid CF on SI / November 3

Injury Blow for Real Madrid as Summer Signing Ruled Out of Liverpool Game

Real Madrid have a tough Champions League match ahead on November 4 as they travel to face Liverpool. Not only are they playing the Premier League champions, but they will also face a hostile crowd at Anfield under the lights.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / November 3

Tottenham handed January boost to land world-class star who can revolutionise Thomas Frank’s attack

Spurs and Arsenal are on high alert, as Real Madrid star Rodrygo is contemplating a move away from Madrid. The Brazilian has dropped down the pecking order since Xabi Alonso stepped in as Madrid’s new manager at the start of the season.

Real Madrid News / Real Madrid CF on SI / October 31

River Plate to Take Action After Franco Mastantuono's Transfer to Real Madrid

Real Madrid brought in four new players during the summer transfer window, all but one of whom was a defender. That was teenage sensation Franco Mastantuono, who arrived from River Plate, with Los Blancos having to wait until August 14 for him to turn 18.