Laporta refuses to sign him, and Real Madrid is close to finalizing the contract with the player

The competition between Barcelona and Real Madrid extends beyond the field, reaching into the realm of international player signings. Barcelona, in particular, is striving to reclaim its dominance in Europe, especially amid the economic challenges it has faced in recent years.

Barcelona has been aggressively pursuing Argentine talent Franco Mastantuno, but the situation is complicated by River Plate’s circumstances and Real Madrid’s interest. According to Defensa Central, the Blaugrana club held another meeting with Mastantuno last week and discovered that the young Argentine prefers to join Real Madrid.

River Plate is also reluctant to accept Barcelona’s offers, which typically involve payments spread over several years without substantial upfront amounts. Real Madrid, on the other hand, is well-positioned, as Mastantuno’s desire to play for them is strong. However, Manchester United’s interest has added a new dimension to the negotiations, complicating matters further. Real Madrid and River Plate still need to finalize the agreement’s details, which currently remain at an impasse.

Real Madrid is not in a rush to finalize the deal, as Mastantuno is not a top priority despite the buzz around him. They are cautious about making a significant investment in a player who has yet to prove himself at the highest level. Real Madrid intends to continue monitoring his progress at River Plate. If Mastantuno truly wants to wear the Merengue shirt, he will likely stay with River Plate for now, demonstrating his commitment to joining Real Madrid in the future. If not, it will indicate that his priority may not be to sign with Real Madrid.