Franco Mastantuono is an emerging offensive midfielder from River Plate. The 17-year-old can also play as a right winger and is currently valued at 15 million euros, according to Transfermarkt. This year, he has participated in six matches, scoring two goals and providing one assist.
As reported by the Argentine website Doble Amarilla, Atletico Madrid is currently the front-runner in acquiring the young talent. Diego Simeone has reportedly been pushing the club’s management to attempt to sign the teenager during the summer transfer window.
Meanwhile, Manchester City aims to bring another talented player from River Plate to Etihad. Previously, the club successfully signed Claudio Echeverri and Julian Alvarez from Argentina.
Representatives of the Spanish giant attended the match between River Plate and Rosario Central, closely observing the young athlete’s performance. Los Colchoneros are prepared to offer 28 million euros. Mastantuono’s contract with River Plate runs until 2026, with a release clause set at 45 million euros.
In the past, the midfielder was on the radar of Real Madrid. Although Los Blancos decided against signing Franco Mastantuono last summer, they continue to monitor the young Argentine’s progress.
