Mourinho will not let Mastantuono go on loan

Striker Franco Mastantuono will most likely continue to play for Real Madrid next season. According to journalist Mario Cortegana, the new head coach of the "Cream" Jose Mourinho is a big fan of the Argentine's talent. The Madrid club were serious about letting the forward out on loan this summer, but that now looks unlikely as Mourinho insists Real keep hold of Mastantuono. Franco Mastantuono joined Real Madrid from River Plate in 2025 for €45 million. His contract with the Madrid club runs until June 30, 2031. In the 2025/26 season, the Argentinian played 35 matches in all competitions for the "Cream", in which he scored three goals and provided one assist. The Transfermarkt portal estimates Mastantuono's value at 45 million euros. It was previously reported that .