Mastantuono: Fiorentina 'perfect' for me

Real Madrid loanee Franco Mastantuono reveals why Fiorentina felt like the right home.

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What happened. Franco Mastantuono explained why he chose Fiorentina on loan from Real Madrid, citing the league, club history, and coach Fabio Grosso.

• He met Gabriel Batistuta during Fiorentina's Centenary celebrations.
• Jose Mourinho advised him that a loan for playing time was best.
• He was attracted by Serie A and the club's Argentine legacy.

“I thought about Serie A, a competitive league that has always attracted me, the importance of the club and the many Argentines who wrote history here.”

— Franco Mastantuono

Mastantuono aims to develop at Fiorentina and potentially return to Real Madrid stronger.

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