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The new era of Real Madrid under the guidance of Xabi Alonso has brought about a wave of changes in the team's structure. Young players like Arda Güler, Dean Huijsen, and Gonzalo García have seized their opportunities, convincing the Basque coach with outstanding performances and a swift adaptation to the playing style. In this renewal process, other players have seen their roles diminish, with one of the most noticeable cases being Brahim Díaz.
The Moroccan international, who was a key player coming off the bench under Carlo Ancelotti, has lost significance with the arrival of the new coaching staff. Despite playing more matches this season than the previous one, his effective playing time on the field has decreased. Brahim has been involved in 56 games this season, yet his average minutes per match have significantly dropped, suggesting a reduced influence on the coach's decisions.
Making Way for Mastantuono
The emergence of Arda Güler as a playmaker and, especially, the addition of Franco Mastantuono, a young Argentine talent for whom the club has invested over 60 million euros, have completely altered the landscape. With such a substantial investment, the Argentine will take the spotlight, putting the Malaga-born player in a delicate situation, as indicated in the newspaper AS.
Despite being close to extending his contract, Brahim's continuity is not guaranteed. The club's sporting management is already considering a possible exit to reduce competition in the attacking zone. If Güler stays and Mastantuono rises, Brahim could be one of the main casualties. The departure of the '21' is becoming increasingly probable. His future, away from the Santiago Bernabéu, could be defined this summer.
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, AS: Este es el sacrificado del Real Madrid para hacer hueco a Franco Mastantuono
