Transfer Market: Cost €45M, Failed to Impress Mourinho, Now Has a New Destination

Franco Mastantuono is set for a move to Serie A. The talented 18-year-old Argentine playmaker, deemed surplus to requirements by José Mourinho at Real Madrid, is reportedly heading to Fiorentina on loan, according to Italian press reports.

According to Italian Sky Sports journalist Gianluca Di Marzio, Fiorentina and Real Madrid are finalizing the details of Mastantuono's salary split before sealing the deal. The loan agreement is not expected to include an option to buy clause.

Real Madrid acquired Mastantuono for €45 million in 2025, after he emerged as a standout talent at River Plate before reaching adulthood. The Argentine creative midfielder featured in 35 matches and scored three goals in his debut season for the Merengues, but failed to impress José Mourinho this summer.

Mastantuono's exclusion from the Blancos' squad for their third pre-season friendly against Fiorentina on July 1st confirmed his status as an expendable player, at least for the current season.