Borussia Dortmund wants the new Mastantuono

Borussia Dortmund wants the new Mastantuono.

Raúl Cabrera Jiménez | 1 Nov 2025 | 16.30
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Borussia Dortmund wants the new Mastantuono | El Mundo
Borussia Dortmund wants the new Mastantuono | El Mundo

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Borussia Dortmund has once again placed its radar in South America. This time, the name that is generating excitement is Juan Cruz Meza, one of the most promising talents of River Plate.

At just 17 years old, the attacking midfielder has already attracted intense European interest, with Borussia Dortmund emerging as the primary candidate to make a trendsetting signing.

Borussia Dortmund Progresses in Monitoring Juan Cruz Meza

As reported by Flashscore, Borussia Dortmund sent scouts to Buenos Aires to watch Juan Cruz Meza live. Although they could only see him in Reserve matches, the reports were conclusive: highlighting his offensive creativity, game reading, and ability to thread passes through the lines.

Florian Plettenberg confirmed that the German club has been monitoring the player for months. It is not just a tentative approach: in Dortmund, they believe that Meza fits their philosophy of investing in young talent. The attacking midfielder is under contract with River Plate until December 2026, with a release clause close to 30 million euros. The quintessential neighborhood club is already preparing for a departure that could come soon.

Juan Cruz Meza taking a free-kick

The Formative Path of the Jewel from River Plate

Juan Cruz Meza was born on March 14, 2008, in Caá Catí, Corrientes. His initial steps were taken at the regional club Cambá Porá, until in 2018 he was scouted by the coaches of River Plate during a regional trial. Since then, he has solidified himself within the club's training system.

In 2022, he was crowned champion with River Plate's Ninth Division as one of the standout performers in the tournament. A year later, his performances earned him a spot in the Argentine national team Sub-15 and then in the Sub-17 squad led by Diego Placente. His promotion to the first team came in 2025, making his debut against Platense and totaling eight appearances, including two starts against Instituto and Lanús.

However, in recent weeks, he has not been among the selected players and was also not included in the final squad for the U-17 World Cup in Qatar, a decision that raised some alarms among the fans. The club maintains that the pause is part of an evolution plan and not a setback.

A Potential Signing That Could Make Waves in Europe

The potential signing of Juan Cruz Meza by Borussia Dortmund presents itself as an operation that aligns perfectly with the German model: young, a promise for the future, and with the ability to adapt to European football. The club's executives see in him a profile that can take on challenges with projection.

At River Plate, the board is aware of what is at stake. After the sale of one of their gems, the club decided to safeguard its youth system with longer contracts and higher release clauses. In Meza's case, the contract runs until December 2026 and the release clause is around 30 million euros; however, talks of an improved contract that would raise that figure and extend his stay at Núñez are already circulating.

Currently, no formal proposal has been made, but Borussia Dortmund is already a leading option and could make a move in the upcoming months. The player's entourage remains grounded and prioritizes his development before making the leap. The future of Juan Cruz Meza promises to be full of ambition. And if the day of his big departure arrives, it will be Borussia Dortmund who has the first opportunity to turn the new gem from River Plate into a European star.

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