Mastantuono Not in Mourinho's Plans at Real Madrid, Set for Loan Without Buy Option
According to Argentina's TyC Sports, young Argentine midfielder Mastantuono is not in new Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho's plans for the upcoming season. The 18-year-old, signed for €60 million, has fallen behind Turkish star Güler in the pecking order, and with the arrivals of Bernardo Silva and potential signing Olise, midfield competition is intense. Real Madrid has decided to loan him out without a mandatory buyout clause, following the model of Endrick's loan to Lyon. Over five European clubs have expressed interest, but Real Madrid prefers him to gain experience in a top-five European league rather than return to former club River Plate. Mastantuono's performances declined after a strong start—he played 35 matches last season but started only 17, scoring three goals with zero assists and receiving a red card. He also missed Argentina's World Cup squad two months ago, after previously wearing Messi's No. 10 jersey in national team preparations.
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