A new rival for Arda Güler at Real Madrid!

A striking transfer development has emerged regarding Franco Mastantuono, who has drawn attention with his performance in a River Plate jersey.

Despite being only 17 years old, Mastantuono, who made a name for himself with his confident play in his first-ever River Plate - Boca Juniors derby and especially with the goal he scored from a free kick, has shaken hands with one of the football world's giant clubs, Real Madrid.

The Spanish giant emerged victorious in the race against French side Paris Saint-Germain for the young star's transfer. The River Plate club has accepted Real Madrid's attractive 45 million euro transfer fee offer.

The Argentine talent, whose primary position is the number 10 role but who can also play effectively on the wings, has received great acclaim for both the goals he has scored and the assists he has provided in the 61 matches he has played despite his young age.

If the transfer is completed, Mastantuono will enter into a competition for a starting spot with the young star of Turkish football, Arda Güler.

Mastantuono, described by football authorities as the "New Messi," is preparing to achieve another historic first in his home country before beginning his European adventure.

The star player, who has been called up to the Argentine National Team for the first time, will go down in the records as the youngest player to take the field in an Argentina jersey after Diego Maradona if he plays against Chile.

News Source: 12punto