Real Madrid considers breaking loan agreement with Mastantuono

The Argentine player is upset with the change of coach at Fiorentina

Mario Roldán Martínez | 10 Sep 2026 | 16.30
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Franco Mastantuono, Fiorentina player / Getty Images
Franco Mastantuono, Fiorentina player / Getty Images

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Latest news at Real Madrid. The Whites are considering terminating the loan of Franco Mastantuono, a 19-year-old player at Fiorentina, following the dismissal of Fabio Grosso and the coaching change in Italy. The Argentine was set to stay in Italy until June 30, 2027, but the departure of the coach who had placed trust in him as a starter now opens the door to reviewing the agreement.

Real Madrid loses the reference Mastantuono had in Florence

Mastantuono had started in the first three Serie A matches under Grosso, although he was substituted at halftime in the 1-2 loss to Torino. Fiorentina suffered three defeats, scored one goal, and conceded nine, leading to the coach's dismissal on September 6.

The situation changed immediately. Paolo Vanoli returned to Fiorentina's bench on September 7, just three months after leaving, and will now lead the team from the fourth matchday of Serie A.

The change directly impacts Mastantuono because Grosso had relied on him since the beginning of the season. The Italian press also points out that Mastantuono's substitution against Torino at halftime was one of the incidents that caused discontent within the club, which considers the player an important part of the loan agreement with Real Madrid.

Real Madrid loaned Franco Mastantuono this summer after a rough debut year / Getty Images

Mastantuono's loan does not include a purchase option

The agreement between Real Madrid and Fiorentina was officially closed in August for one season, until June 30, 2027, without a purchase option. Both clubs also agreed to split the Argentine's salary 50/50, amounting to around 3 million euros.

The operation was designed for Mastantuono to get playing time after his first season in Madrid where he played 35 matches, accumulating 1,484 minutes, 3 goals, and 1 assist. Real Madrid had paid 63.2 million euros to River Plate for his signing in 2025.

Now, Grosso's exit necessitates a review to determine if the continuation in Italy makes sense for all parties. The new coach will have to define Mastantuono's role in the team after inheriting a side at the bottom of Serie A with 0 points after three rounds.

Fiorentina's next match will be on September 11 against Venezia, now under Vanoli's guidance. That game will be the first clue regarding Mastantuono's importance under the new coach and could be crucial for whether Real Madrid chooses to keep the loan or consider recalling him early.

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