Liverpool is reportedly becoming the leading contender to sign River Plate’s promising young talent, Franco Mastantuono, who has also drawn interest from several top clubs.
The 17-year-old attacking midfielder is seen as an extraordinary talent with a bright future in European football, making it exciting to see which club will land him.
Recent reports from CaughtOffside reveal that both Arsenal and Chelsea have been closely following Mastantuono, who is expected to be valued between €45-50m. Now, other major clubs have entered the competition.
According to Spanish publication Todo Fichajes, Liverpool is currently at the forefront of the pursuit of the teenager, with Real Madrid and Barcelona also expressing interest.
The report mentions that while Real Madrid and Barcelona were the first to approach Mastantuono, Liverpool now seems to be in the best position to sign the Argentine prodigy.
Liverpool could be an attractive option for Mastantuono, as manager Arne Slot is constructing an exciting squad that appears ready to contend for both the Premier League and Champions League titles this season.
However, with a wealth of attacking options already in the team, Mastantuono may find that a move to another club might better aid his development.
Arsenal, who currently lack some flair in that position, could offer him more playing time, while Chelsea has also shown a strong focus on developing young players and planning for the future.