This Thursday, Franco Mastantuono was officially presented as a new Real Madrid player. The young Argentine, who turns 18, signed his contract with the club and will wear the number 25 jersey. The presentation took place at Ciudad Real Madrid. President Florentino Pérez attended and highlighted the talent and potential of the young footballer.
Despite the excitement caused, the club has decided to register Mastantuono with Castilla, the reserve team, and not with the main squad. This means that, although he is already part of Real Madrid, he won't be immediately available to compete in La Liga with the first team.
Reasons for his registration with Castilla
The decision to register Mastantuono with Castilla is part of a well-planned strategy by the club. According to La Liga regulations, numbers 1 to 25 are reserved for first-team players. Currently, the only number available in the main squad was 25, which was assigned to Mastantuono himself.
Registering him with the reserve team allows Real Madrid to keep a spot open in the first team. This way, the club keeps flexibility for a possible last-minute signing before the transfer window closes. This move shows the club's planning, leaving options open for last-minute signings.
Potential and expectations
Franco Mastantuono is an attacking midfielder with great ability to play as a left winger. His speed, ball control, and skill at getting past opponents make him one of the most interesting prospects in Argentine soccer. In addition, he already has international experience, having debuted with the Argentine national team before turning 18, which makes him one of the youngest players to achieve this.
Although he will start with Castilla, Mastantuono is expected to quickly adapt to Real Madrid's style. His development could allow him to move up to the first team in the near future. The club's sporting management trusts that, with time and training, the Argentine will become a key piece for the team.
Future of the transfer market
Mastantuono's registration with Castilla doesn't close Real Madrid's transfer window. By freeing up a spot in the main squad, the club keeps room for possible last-minute additions.
This is especially important in the positions where the team is looking to strengthen. Among the rumors, there is talk of defensive reinforcements arriving, although negotiations are still ongoing and will depend on specific opportunities that arise in the market.