Real Madrid makes a surprising decision on Franco Mastantuono, as the Argentine could leave permanently rather than on loan. The club would keep 50 percent of his rights and a buyback option.
Franco Mastantuono could be the next player to leave Real Madrid this summer. Little by little, Los Blancos are slimming down their squad to get it ready for next season. And the Argentine seems to be one of those who could leave in the coming days.
This has been stated by Arancha Rodriguez, who has also been surprised by the formula chosen. The cited journalist was unable to confirm that he would leave only on loan. So the possibility of a permanent transfer is something they are considering at the white club right now.
At Real Madrid, it seems they have decided that Mastantuono will not be staying next season. He was one of the players who seemed to have more chances after his performance last season. And now Rodriguez has confirmed it, according to her sources.
“At Madrid they tell me that Mastantuono is going to leave the team because he needs to play minutes; it is not certain that it will only be a loan,” Arancha said. So the big surprise would come in the formula chosen for his farewell. The option that it would not be through a loan had not been considered until now.
If Mastantuono does not leave on loan, the other option they are considering is a transfer. However, Real Madrid does not want to completely get rid of the Argentine player, according to independent outlet Defensa Central. According to the cited source, the chosen formula would be similar to that of either Nico Paz or Victor Muñoz.
Real Madrid reportedly plans to sell Mastantuono while keeping 50 percent of his rights. In addition, they would have a buyback option in case the former River player ends up exploding. So they are not going to stop paying attention to his performance.
Mourinho has been key in the decision; Mastantuono was even a starter for much of last season under Xabi Alonso. However, his level did not end up securing his place, and little by little he lost prominence. That is why Mourinho has accepted the departure of the young Argentine player.
He believes that with the arrival of Bernardo Silva and Brahim Diaz, and Rodrygo's recovery, it would be difficult for him to get minutes. That is why they consider it the best thing for him to leave and gain experience on another team. Although always with the idea that he can return to succeed at Real Madrid.
