The future of Franco Mastantuono could change before the start of the 2026/27 season. According to reports, Real Madrid is considering loaning the Argentine midfielder to give him more playing time, in a decision aimed at enhancing his growth while maintaining control over his career.
The information was revealed by transfer market journalist Fabrizio Romano, who stated that the Spanish club is already willing to authorize a loan for the former River player and that more than five teams, both from LaLiga and other European leagues, are interested in acquiring him.
As the journalist explained, the merengue team does not consider a permanent sale under any circumstances. "Real Madrid is not interested in a definitive transfer. They signed him a year ago, they still believe in the player, and they know he needs time to develop and adapt. He will talk with Mastantuono, his agent, and his family about the possibility of going on loan. It will be a direct loan, with no option or obligation to buy," Romano detailed.
The decision also involves the participation of coach José Mourinho, who is part of the discussions regarding the squad planning. The club believes that the strong internal competition could limit the opportunities for the 18-year-old and thinks that a loan would be the most suitable path to accelerate his adaptation to European football.
According to Romano, Mastantuono himself will have the final say on his next destination, so in the coming days, conversations will begin with the player, his representative, and his family to determine which sports project is most favorable for his development.
Real Madrid's priority will be to find a team that guarantees quality minutes and a competitive context that favors his evolution. The idea is for the loan to represent one more step in the development of one of the club's major prospects and that, once the loan is over, he returns to Madrid with more experience to compete for a place in the first team.
The numbers of Franco Mastantuono at Real Madrid
Since his arrival at the White House in mid-last year, the native of Azul has played 1,484 minutes, spread over 35 matches, in which he scored 3 goals, provided one assist, and received 5 yellow cards and one direct red card.
