Real Madrid have moved quickly to put an end to speculation surrounding the futures of two of their most talked-about young talents, Franco Mastantuono and Gonzalo García, as the January transfer window approaches.
This decision comes amid increased interest from clubs across Europe, particularly in Italy, where several sides had been monitoring Gonzalo García’s situation closely. However, Real Madrid’s hierarchy have decided that January is not the right moment to sanction any temporary exits for the pair, preferring to keep them under close supervision in Madrid.
According to Fabrizio Romano via his official X handle, the club’s stance is firm and non-negotiable. Romano posted:
Real Madrid consider Franco Mastantuono not available for loan in January, never been a possibility, Same for Gonzalo García, not available as well despite links with Italian clubs.
While Mastantuono and García are staying put, Real Madrid are far from inactive in the transfer market. Softfootball understands that the club are working behind the scenes on several strategic moves, including a loan for Brazilian wonderkid Endrick. The young forward has completed a temporary switch to Lyon, a move aimed at ensuring consistent game time and continued development.
Softfootball had earlier reported that Franco Mastantuono is seen internally as a key project player at the club. Real Madrid view the Argentine youngster as a long-term investment, with coaching staff and recruitment officials convinced of his ability to grow into a first-team contributor in the coming seasons. This belief played a major role in the club’s refusal to entertain loan discussions despite growing external interest.
As the January window unfolds, Real Madrid are expected to remain busy, but their stance on Mastantuono and Gonzalo García sends a strong signal. The club are not only planning for the present but are also carefully safeguarding the future, ensuring that their most promising talents remain central to their long-term vision.
