European giants Manchester City, Manchester United, Real Madrid, and Barcelona will battle it out for 16-year-old sensation Franco Mastantuono.
According to a report by TNT Sports, Franco Mastantuono is on the radar of some of the biggest clubs in Europe, and there could be a bidding war for his services in the near future. Manchester City, Barcelona, and Real Madrid are all interested in the teenage sensation, who has also been linked with Manchester United.
Who is Franco Mastantuono?
Mastantuono has come up the ranks at River Plate at some pace. The 16-year-old was promoted to their first team at the start of the year, and he already has nine appearances for them. He recently became the joint-second youngest goalscorer in the history of Argentine football thanks to his goal against Excursionistas in their 3-0 win.
His impressive rise has caught the attention of top clubs, and quite a few of them have been monitoring him of late. While Mastantuono is yet to cement his place in River Plate’s first team, his performances for their youth teams and for the Argentine Under-17s suggest he is a special talent.
European giants to battle for Mastantuono
Barcelona are one of the clubs that have been interested in Argentine talent for a while now. The Catalan giants might not have the funds to land superstars, but they can surely sign young stars with huge potential. They feel the 16-year-old attacking midfielder could do wonders for them and are considering signing him.
Manchester City and Real Madrid are ready to battle it out with the Catalan giants. Both clubs are always on the lookout for players that can further bolster their squad, and they feel Mastantuono is one to keep an eye on.
Los Blancos have been following him very closely and could decide to strike a deal with River Plate for his transfer in mid-2025 when he turns 18. They have already done it with several South American wonderkids and are plotting a similar move for the Argentine sensation.
Meanwhile, Manchester United have also been linked with Franco Mastantuono. The Red Devils are monitoring his progress. They are looking for ways to land him at Old Trafford should all conditions suit their pursuit of his signatures.
