Real Madrid coach Xabi Alonso has praised the maturity of teenage newcomer Franco Mastantuono. The 18-year-old joined Madrid on a six-year deal and has already impressed Alonso with his confidence and quality.

Despite just arriving at the club, Franco Mastantuono already brings excitement to Real Madrid fans. The 18-year-old attacking midfielder arrives this summer after impressive performances with River Plate. Mastantuono is one of the best talents from South America.

This article was originally published on www.si.com as Real Madrid ‘Hatch Plan’ for Franco Mastantuono in La Liga Season Opener. Franco Mastantuono might have only been unveiled in Real Madrid City just a few days ago, but the 18-year-old is reportedly in line to make his debut in a white shirt against Osasuna.

Real Madrid's new signing Franco Mastantuono has praised Lionel Messi during his introduction. The 18-year-old Argentine signed a six-year deal with Madrid.

Franco Mastantuono, the new Real Madrid player, had chosen Lionel Messi as his favorite player, and coach Xabi Alonso gave his opinion on the matter. Franco Mastantuono was unveiled as the newest addition to the Real Madrid squads,

Their signing of the Argentina international was a long time in the making, and many other clubs were interested too

Real will host Osasuna at the Santiago Bernabeu for their opening game of the new LaLiga season. Speaking today in his media preview, Xabi was asked about new signing Mastantuono: "The first time I spoke to him, I was truly struck by his personality. He was still only 17 years old and very self-confident.

Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso was taken aback by a journalist's question about Franco Mastantuono naming Lionel Messi as the best player in the world.

En su presentación como jugador del Real Madrid, el juvenil delantero argentino Franco Mastantuono alabó el jueves la figura de Lionel Messi, ex del

After turning 18, Franco Mastantuono officially joined Real Madrid and immediately drew comparisons with Barcelona’s rising star, Lamine Yamal. Both youngsters have already showcased goals, assists, and fearless dribbling,