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River Plate negotiates with Real Madrid for Franco Mastantuono loan

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 3:55 PM

Last updated Jul 29, 2026

River Plate negotiates with Real Madrid for Franco Mastantuono loan
Summary

River Plate has begun formal negotiations with Real Madrid for the loan of Franco Mastantuono for the upcoming season. The 18-year-old midfielder seeks more playing time after a limited role in his debut season in Spain. He played 1,484 minutes over 35 appearances, primarily as a substitute. Real Madrid, however, prefers to loan him to a European club, believing this will better aid his development. Negotiations are expected to continue in the coming days as both clubs seek a resolution that satisfies Mastantuono's wishes and Real Madrid's plans.

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Status Watch
  • •River Plate seeks a season-long loan for Franco Mastantuono.
  • •Mastantuono played limited minutes in his debut season in Spain.
  • •Real Madrid prefers a loan to a European team over returning him to River Plate.
  • •Negotiations between the clubs are ongoing as of July 29.
Latest Updates
  • 1:45 PMYahoo Sports — Fiorentina step up pursuit of Real Madrid youngster; talks over loan move to take place today
  • 3:55 PMYahoo Sports — Fiorentina boost for Mastantuono as Real Madrid refuse River Plate return
  • 1:35 PMYahoo Sports — River Plate begin talks with Real Madrid for Mastantuono loan deal – report
What they're saying
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Fiorentina received a boost with reports Real Madrid will only loan Franco Mastantuono within Europe, and not back to River Plate, making Italy the favourite destination.The teenager turns 19 next mon...

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River Plate have opened formal negotiations with Real Madrid to re-sign teenage midfielder Franco Mastantuono on a season-long loan deal, according to football journalist Matteo Moretto. The 18-year-o...

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According to AS, Fiorentina are stepping up their efforts to sign Franco Mastantuono on loan, hoping to use Saturday’s pre-season friendly against Real Madrid in Austria as an opportunity to advance...

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