Franco Mastantuono has become the main object of desire for Europe's top clubs. In recent weeks, it has been revealed from Argentina that he was prioritizing Real Madrid, but now it seems that he won't play at Bernabéu. Various media outlets in the country are pointing to a surprise destination for their next big star, as he is close to heading to Paris-Saint Germain, who would pay his €40 million ($40 million) release clause.
PSG didn't want to waste any time after Luis Enrique personally requested Mastantuono's signing. They consider him the next big global star and would have sped up negotiations for his transfer. They have put a major contract on the table for him to make the leap to Europe when he turns 18, in addition to assuring that they will pay his release clause.
In this regard, the Argentine portal "Doble Amarilla" has revealed that River Plate, the club that developed him, is looking for a way to keep him there until the end of the year. What they want is for him to stay in Argentina until December 31 and then head to Paris-Saint Germain in the winter transfer window.
Franco Mastantuono, the next big star from Argentina
Franco Mastantuono has become one of the biggest revelations in Argentine soccer in 2024. At 17 years old, this young River Plate talent has already caught the attention of the most powerful clubs in Europe. He has done so thanks to his tremendous quality, vision, and ability to make a difference in the final third of the field.
This season, Mastantuono has played 19 matches for River, posting spectacular numbers: 7 goals and 4 assists. His performance has not only won over his coach, who has trusted him from the very beginning, but has also set off alarms in the offices of European clubs.
The plan for Franco is clear: he will stay in Argentina until he comes of age and, from there, will make the leap to Europe. His release clause is high, but manageable for the continent's powerhouses.
Mastantuono is destined to be one of the best attacking midfielders in the world. His talent is pure, his personality overwhelming. Europe is waiting for him... everything indicates that his destination is getting closer. Despite interest from Real Madrid or Atlético, among others, now it seems he is definitely heading to Paris-Saint Germain.