Real Madrid announced this Thursday the signing of its new summer recruit, an operation concluded by ahead of another Cador from Europe.
Franco Mastanuono officially signed with Real Madrid this Thursday. The young Argentinian versatile attacking midfielder joined the Spanish vice-champion against a check for 40 million euros, including bonuses, according to The teamfrom River Plate.
However, the Merengues were not alone on this file. Paris Saint-Germain was also among the clubs interested in the native of Azul. The principal concerned also confirmed that he exchanged with the coaches of the two teams.
Behind the scenes of the PSG-Real duel
“Several clubs have been interested in me, and I show them all my respect. I actually spoke with Luis Enrique, which was very clear with me. I congratulate him for the title won on Wednesday. It is a very great coach who demonstrated this year. (…) I also chatted with Xabi Alonso, he called me, it was very important to me that he shows me this confidence ”said the young South American talent.
Capable of evolving as a playmaker or on the right wing, Mastantuono will offer an additional option for the attack on the Whiteos. As a reminder, the neo-madrilene initialed a six-year contract, binding it to the club until June 2031.
