Franco Mastantuono Presented as a Real Madrid Player on His 18th Birthday
The Santiago Bernabéu was the stage for a day doubly special for Franco Mastantuono: his official unveiling as a Real Madrid player coincided with his 18th birthday. With smiles, heartfelt words, and a new shirt number, the Argentine began writing his story in white.
A Dream Come True at the Bernabéu
Argentine Franco Mastantuono was officially presented as a Real Madrid player this Thursday, coinciding with his 18th birthday. Coming from River Plate, where he had already played in the Club World Cup, the attacking midfielder completed his medical at Valdebebas and signed his contract at the Santiago Bernabéu. In the trophy room, he proudly wore his new shirt with the number 30, which he will defend in this new chapter.
“It’s a very special day for me; a dream has come true both as a footballer and as a person. Real Madrid, the greatest club in the world,” he said in his first remarks, before thanking his family for their support and promising total commitment: “I will give my life for this shirt. You will have a fan on the pitch.”
Florentino Pérez Welcomes Him
Club president Florentino Pérez opened the event with a message of pride and motivation for the new signing: “Today, one of the greatest talents to emerge in football joins our club. Welcome to Real Madrid, and congratulations for fulfilling your dream on the day you turn 18.”
Pérez highlighted the historic relationship between the Spanish giants and River Plate, mentioning legendary figures such as Alfredo Di Stéfano, and thanked Mastantuono for rejecting offers from other teams to wear the white shirt: “Thank you for wanting to be here with us.”
A New Chapter at the Bernabéu
With his signing, Mastantuono joins the list of young talents Real Madrid is projecting as the club’s future. His official debut could come in the next few months, and his vow to “give his life” for the shirt has already connected him with the fans. Now, the focus is on how he will adapt to a squad full of stars and when he will begin to make his mark on European football.
