Fabrizio Romano Says PSG in Serious Talks to Land Manchester United, Real Madrid Target | OneFootball

PSG appear to have the upper hand over Real Madrid and Manchester United in the race to sign Franco Mastantuono, one of South America’s most promising young talents, ahead of the summer transfer window.

The French club has been closely monitoring the 16-year-old River Plate midfielder, with TyC Sports journalist Germán García Grova reporting that PSG have already opened talks and view Mastantuono as a top target.

Manchester United, however, have shown the most concrete interest to date, according to transfer insider César Luis Merlo. The Premier League side has reportedly sent scouts to watch Mastantuono in person and is fully aware of his €45 million release clause—a factor that could play a major role in how the pursuit develops.

What’s the latest PSG landing Manchester United, Real Madrid target

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On Friday, transfer expert Fabrizio Romano reported that PSG are in serious talks to sign Franco Mastantuono from River Plate. The deal isn’t done yet, but initial contact has been made.

Journalist Graeme Bailey recently shared that Man Utd is in talks with the young talent, but the player prefers a move to Madrid. Still, any transfer won’t take place before 2026.

“United have spoken to his people this week,” Bailey told United in Focus. “However, the thing with Mastantuono is that although he turns 18 in August, I have had it confirmed to me that he won’t be moving until 2026.

“United are in the running, but the plan wasn’t for him to move this summer anyway. Real Madrid are in the driving seat, but United are not out of the equation.

“I don’t think anyone will pay his €45m (£38m) release clause, though. But he really does want to join Madrid, however, we will have to see because there isn’t really room for him at Madrid.

“But over the last 10 days, United have definitely held talks with him. Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool are also interested.”

Diario Olé recently reported that PSG have entered the race for Franco Mastantuono, joining the likes of Real Madrid, Manchester United, and several other top European clubs.