Transfer Rumour Unconfirmed · Gaining tractionFootball ItaliaUnverified source· 4 Aug 2026
Mastantuono set for Fiorentina loan, option to buy discussed
Real Madrid's teenage talent is heading to Serie A, with Fiorentina pushing for a purchase option.
Franco Mastantuono
player
Player
Franco Mastantuono
Position
Midfielder
Current club
Real Madrid
Linked club
Fiorentina
Reported fee
€45m (paid by Real Madrid to River Plate)
What happened. Franco Mastantuono is expected in Italy on Wednesday as Fiorentina and Real Madrid finalize a loan deal, with reports that Fiorentina are seeking an option to buy.
- Mastantuono struggled for playing time at Real Madrid.
- Jose Mourinho advised him to move to aid development.
- A phone call with coach Fabio Grosso helped convince him.
The loan could include an option to buy, giving Fiorentina financial benefit for developing the player.
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