Franco Mastantuono has said the confidence shown in him by new Real Madrid manager Alvaro Arbeloa has been key to his recent return to form, after the teenager enjoyed a strong run of games and goals in recent weeks.
Real Madrid have continued to take a deliberately cautious approach with Franco Mastantuono's recovery from pubalgia (a sports hernia/groin condition), with no firm timeline yet established for the 18-year-old's return to action.
Real Madrid have been dealt a major setback ahead of their Champions League trip to Liverpool, with teenager Franco Mastantuono ruled out through injury.
Real Madrid's strong start to the 2025/26 La Liga campaign has been hit by a double injury blow, with both Kylian Mbappe and Franco Mastantuono returning early from international duty.
Real Madrid's latest teenage sensation, Franco Mastantuono, has been hailed as "a young man with enormous talent" after turning down interest from Liverpool to join Xabi Alonso's squad.
Real Madrid have welcomed their latest prodigy, Franco Mastantuono, who was officially unveiled at Valdebebas on his 18th birthday, a momentous occasion for the young Argentine.