Fiorentina secures 18‑year‑old Mastantuono on loan from Real Madrid

Eighteen‑year‑old midfielder Mastantuono joins Fiorentina on a one‑year loan from Real Madrid, officially confirmed on Friday. The move aims to give the player more minutes after a season of limited opportunities at the Spanish giants.

The midfielder arrived at the Italian side on a season‑long loan. He had joined Real Madrid the previous campaign amid high expectations.

The 18‑year‑old agreed to the move after discussions with Fiorentina head coach Fabio Grosso. He also met sporting director Fabio Paratici, who presented a project that convinced him.

He expects to enjoy greater utilisation throughout the campaign. His previous season at Real saw limited opportunities on the pitch.

A signal from Real’s manager José Mourinho indicated Mastantuono would not feature prominently in the upcoming season. That indication weighed heavily in his decision to accept the loan.

The transfer comes as Real Madrid outlines its upcoming signings for the 2026/27 season. These movements were highlighted in a recent ‘Contratações do Real Madrid’ overview.

Fiorentina’s communications department (Divulgação) released the announcement. The club views the acquisition as part of a strategy to strengthen its midfield with youthful prospects.