Xabi Alonso praises Mastantuono, hints at Oviedo start | OneFootball

The Merengue's technician highlighted the integration of the 18-year-old footballer, amidst versions indicating that this Sunday he could be a starter against Oviedo. "I see him in the last line or as a midfielder," he stated about the position he will play.

Xabi Alonso once again praised Franco Mastantuono in the run-up to the match against Oviedo, which Real Madrid will play this Sunday at 16:30 as a visitor. "It seems like you've been here longer than you actually have", he stated in the press conference the day before each match.

The technical director did not reveal if the ex-River player will be a starter, after having debuted on Tuesday against Osasuna (he entered from the bench at 22 minutes into the second half), but highlighted that "he has a very good integration with his teammates". Additionally, regarding the controversy surrounding his name, he added: "I see him with a smile more than with concern".

Regarding the position in which he plans to play Mastantuono, the Merengue's coach was straightforward. "In the last line or as a midfielder. At River, he was often a 10 or a midfielder, and he adapted as a winger. He has the quality for both, mobility, and the ability to associate with those around him. He doesn't just play his individual game", he stated.

In the main Spanish media outlets, it was indicated that the 18-year-old footballer has a good chance of being a starter against Oviedo. Beyond the good image he left in his presentation - and what he shows in each training session - the information is also justified by the decline of Rodrygo and Brahim.

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