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Revealed: A 17-year-old genius with a 45 million euro gamble! How will Real Madrid co-exist in the future?

1:46pm, 5 July 2025【Football】

Real Madrid signed 17-year-old genius Franko Mastanuo for 45 million euros. This deal not only attracted the attention of fans, but also brought new variables to Nico Pas' future. Mastanuono's arrival marks Real Madrid's long-term investment strategy for young players, while Pas' temporary stay reflects the club's careful consideration of resource optimization. By analyzing this transfer decision, we will explore Mastanuo's potential, Pas' career choices, and the impact on Real Madrid's overall strategic layout.

Franco Mastanuoono: Why is he the future bet for Real Madrid

45 million euros, a huge transfer fee that is enough to prevent any team from going to the fore. But Real Madrid obviously saw the unlimited potential in Mastanuo. The 17-year-old Argentine midfielder not only performed well in the riverbed, but also was the target of being chased by many giants. His creativity and long-range shooting ability make him a rare all-round midfielder.

So, how did Real Madrid convince Mastanuo to reject invitations from other giants? Among them, the role of Xavi Alonso is indelible. As a former legendary midfielder of Real Madrid, Alonso played a key role in the negotiations and eventually successfully brought the talented teenager to the Bernabeu.

Nico Pas' career direction: Should I persist in waiting or find another way?

Nico Pas, the 20-year-old Argentine midfielder, performed impressively in Cuomo. Last season, he contributed 8 assists in the Serie A, second only to Inter Milan's Nicolo Barrera. However, due to Mastanuo's joining, Real Madrid decided not to recall Pas for the time being and let him continue to train in Serie A.

Why did Real Madrid make such a decision? On the one hand, Mastanuo's joining made the midfield competition more intense; on the other hand, Pas's buyback clause also gives Real Madrid more flexibility. According to reports, Real Madrid can buy Pas back for 9 million euros next summer, or bring it back to the Bernabeu for 10 million euros in 2027.

Comparative analysis: Mastanuoono vs. Pas

In terms of age, Mastanuoono is only 17 years old, while Pas is already 20 years old. Despite Pas' more experience in the game, Mastanuoono performed well in the Riverbed. Data shows that Mastanuoono made 64 appearances in the club, scoring 10 goals and giving 7 assists, while Pas made 97 appearances in the club, scoring 19 goals and giving 16 assists. In terms of

style, both players are left-footed attacking midfielders, but Mastanuo has stronger long-range shooting ability, while Pas is better at creating opportunities. This complementarity makes it possible for the two to coexist in Real Madrid's midfield in the future.

Real Madrid's youth strategy: Balance between cultivation and investment

In recent years, Real Madrid has achieved great success in investing in young players. Both Vinicius and Rodrigo have shown amazing talents in the Bernabeu. Mastanuono's joining is undoubtedly a continuation of this strategy. The role of Xavi Alonso cannot be ignored. His key role in the transfer negotiations enables Real Madrid to successfully sign the talented boy.

The significance of this transfer to Real Madrid's future

In the short term, Mastanuo's joining will further enhance the competitiveness of Real Madrid's midfield. In the long run, the young Argentine midfielder is expected to be one of the core of the team. At the same time, Pas' future is still full of possibilities. Whether it is to continue to shine in Cuomo or to eventually return to the Bernabeu, he may become a pillar of Real Madrid's future.

In general, Frank Mastanuo's joining is not only a high-risk and high-return investment, but also an important attempt by Real Madrid in youth strategy. Nico Pas' future is still full of possibilities, and these two young talents may jointly shape Real Madrid's glory in the future.