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Tottenham and Brighton Target Mastantuono as Real Madrid Benchings Deepen

Arbeloa’s tactical switch has curtailed the 18-year-old’s minutes, worrying Argentina before spring internationals.

Overview

  • Reports in Spain and England say Tottenham Hotspur and Brighton are monitoring Franco Mastantuono, with some outlets suggesting Spurs currently lead the race.
  • The 18-year-old has not played in Real Madrid’s last three matches and logged only about 13 minutes across the previous four fixtures.
  • Coverage attributes his reduced role to Álvaro Arbeloa’s move to a four-man midfield, with Rodrygo’s impending return expected to tighten competition further.
  • Officials from Argentina’s national team are tracking his lack of club minutes ahead of the March 27 Finalissima against Spain and the 2026 World Cup.
  • Norberto Alonso publicly criticised Madrid’s handling, while separate reports note Madrid hold the player through 2031 and could consider offers near €50m, following a January loan approach from Napoli that was turned down.