Real Madrid: Franco Mastantuono impresses Xabi Alonso

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·25 agosto 2025

Real Madrid: Franco Mastantuono impresses Xabi Alonso

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Under contract until 2031, Mastantuono already represents a promise for Madrid’s future.

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Real Madrid: Franco Mastantuono impresses Xabi Alonso

Franco Mastantuono made a sensational first start for Real Madrid. Handed a spot in the starting lineup during Sunday night’s 3-0 victory over Real Oviedo, the 18-year-old Argentine made quite an impression.

Arriving this summer from River Plate for around 430 million kroner, Mastantuono was only able to officially join Los Merengues upon turning 18, on August 14. Barely a week later, he seized his chance to shine—and did not disappoint.

Franco Mastantuono vs Real Oviedo
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His coach Xabi Alonso was full of praise after the match:

Franco Mastantuono is our present and our future. He brings a lot of energy, has a superb left foot, and immediately slotted into the team dynamic. He’s a fantastic player.