The day has arrived, Real Madrid will present its new star signing today: Franco Mastantuono. The event will take place at 1:00 p.m. at Santiago Bernabéu, and it's not just any date. It coincides with the Argentine player's 18th birthday, which makes the occasion even more symbolic.
Mastantuono has been in Madrid for days. He arrived on August 3 and has stayed in the capital waiting for this moment. Today, he will be able to pose with the white jersey, sign his contract, and start writing his story with the most decorated club in Europe.
A historic investment
This signing is significant; Real Madrid paid more than €63 million (over $68.9 million) to River Plate for its most promising gem. This figure makes it the most expensive transfer in the history of Argentine soccer. It's a firm bet by Florentino Pérez and the club's board, who are convinced that the left-footer will be a key piece for the future.
The plan is clear: Franco Mastantuono will wear the number 25 and will be able to start training immediately under Carlo Ancelotti's orders. The goal is for him to integrate quickly and be ready for the start of La Liga, which will kick off against Osasuna.
From River to Madrid, a meteoric rise
In Argentina, they know him well. At River Plate, he left his mark while still a teenager, broke records for precocity, excelled in the Primera División, and caught the attention of the entire continent. At his young age, he was already seen as a different kind of footballer: technical, fast, with a left foot capable of changing games.
His contract with Real Madrid runs until 2031. It's a long-term bet that shows the trust placed in him. Not only by the board, but also by the fans, who see Mastantuono as a new idol in the making.
A highly desired debut
The big question now is when he will make his debut. The schedule seems to point to the match against Osasuna as the ideal occasion for Mastantuono to step onto Santiago Bernabéu field for the first time as an official Real Madrid player. It's a dream setting for any young footballer.
He has also already worn the Argentine national team jersey, being one of the youngest to achieve it. That detail further fuels the anticipation.
Florentino and the hope for the future
For Florentino Pérez, this signing is strategic. It's not just about strengthening the current squad, but about securing talent for the next decade. With Vinícius, Bellingham, Rodrygo, and Endrick already in the squad, Mastantuono joins a generation destined to make history.
Today marks the beginning of the Argentine's adventure in white. Bernabéu will witness the start of a career that has all the ingredients to be memorable. The excitement is already unleashed.