Arsenal is interested in signing 17-year-old Argentine attacking midfielder Franco Mastantuono from River Plate, as reported by TBR Football. Mastantuono has quickly risen as one of the top talents in South America since making his debut earlier this year. Despite his young age, he has already cemented his place in the first team, attracting attention from Arsenal and other major European clubs.
According to TBR Football, Arsenal has been keeping a close eye on Mastantuono and is eager to bring the Argentine prospect to the Emirates. However, they face tough competition from other European giants such as Manchester City, Barcelona, Chelsea, and Real Madrid. Reports suggest that Real Madrid is leading the race to sign Mastantuono, who is valued at £47 million.
Arsenal has a reputation for nurturing young talents and turning them into top players capable of competing at the highest level. Players like William Saliba and Bukayo Saka have thrived under Mikel Arteta’s guidance. South American talents have also found success at Arsenal, with Gabriel Martinelli making a significant impact in the Premier League.
The Gunners have promising prospects at their Hale End Academy, including Ethan Nwaneri and Myles Lewis-Skelly, who have already made their first-team debuts. Signing Mastantuono would be a significant move for Arsenal in securing top talents for both the present and future of the club.
While Real Madrid appears to be the frontrunner for Mastantuono, Arsenal could offer him a clearer pathway to the first team. Madrid already has established players in the attacking midfield positions, which could give Arsenal an edge in convincing Mastantuono to join their ranks. This strategic move could potentially sway the young Argentine to choose Arsenal over the Spanish giants.