Angel Di Maria has tipped Franco Mastantuono for a bright future at the Santiago Bernabeu after the youngsters move to Real Madrid. The 18-year-old Argentine prodigy is now preparing for a potential debut under Xabi Alonso.
Softfootball reported earlier that Mastantuono was officially unveiled as a Madrid player this week and has already started training with the first team. The 18-year-old, considered one of the most promising attacking midfielders of his generation, could make his first appearance as soon as Tuesday's La Liga opener against Osasuna.
According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano via his Facebook page, Di Maria was full of praise for his compatriot and emphasized the opportunity that now lies ahead of him in Spain. Romano wrote: