Manchester United are pressing ahead with their summer recruitment strategy as Ruben Amorim looks to rejuvenate the squad after a disappointing domestic campaign.
The Red Devils have already moved swiftly to secure the signing of Matheus Cunha from Wolves, a £62.5m addition that kickstarted their transfer business.
Attention now turns to bolstering other key areas, with United scouts actively monitoring several emerging prospects across Europe and South America.
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United remain keen on injecting youthful energy into the side, especially following the departures of several academy graduates and fringe players.
However, they’ve now suffered a blow in their pursuit of one of South America’s most highly regarded teenagers.
Franco Mastantuono, the 17-year-old Argentine sensation from River Plate, has become the subject of an intense transfer tug-of-war between European giants.
Real Madrid have officially entered direct talks with River Plate to sign the talented attacking midfielder, who has a €45 million release clause, as per Fabrizio Romano via X.
Paris Saint-Germain, long-time admirers of the youngster, are also still in the race and are continuing negotiations, despite Franco Mastantuono making it clear that his dream move is to the Spanish capital.
The teenager has burst onto the scene in Argentina with dazzling performances that have drawn comparisons to a young Angel Di Maria.
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Manchester United had also shown interest in Mastantuono earlier this year, with reports indicating that scouts had watched him live on multiple occasions.
But with Real Madrid accelerating talks and PSG refusing to back down, the Red Devils may be forced to walk away from the bidding war before it truly begins.
Madrid’s move is part of a wider strategy to snap up the world’s best teenage talents early.
River Plate are holding out for the full value of the release clause, which Los Blancos are believed to be prepared to meet.
For United, it’s another reminder that competing for elite talent now means battling Europe’s heaviest hitters—especially when the player’s heart is already set on another club.
Still, the pursuit of top talent continues at Old Trafford as Amorim looks to reshape United into a side built for the future.
🚨🇦🇷 Real Madrid have made approach with both Franco Mastantuono’s camp and also River Plate.
Mastantuono’s dream since he was a kid is joining Real Madrid, now time for the negotiations. 💭⚪️
Real Madrid and PSG are in a battle to get the deal done. pic.twitter.com/IY2me3SGAG
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) June 4, 2025
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