Mastantuono eyed by Argentina for 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers
Franco Mastantunono is eyed by a Lionel Messi-led Argentina team coached by Lionel Scaloni for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers.
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MASTANTUONO EYED BY SCALONI, MESSI-LED ARGENTINA XI FOR 2026 FIFA WORLD CUP QUALIFIERS
Mastantuono is eyed by Scaloi for his Messi-led Argentina XI for at least four FIFA World Cup qualifiers set next month.
Furthermore, the 17-year-old River Plate midfielder, Argentine journalist Gaston Edul reported, is being eyed by Scaloni to play for Argentina’s matches against Chile and Colombia.
Moreover, Mastantuono will also have his hands full for RIver Plate in its upcoming match against Universitario de Peru.
That match will cap a Copa Libertadores group stage just before Scaloni officially announces the lineup for qualifiers either Thursday or Friday.
Additionally, Scaloni only featured 28 players, including those abroad, to be possibly featured for the qualifiers.
REAL MADRID, MAN UNITED AMONG EUROPEAN CLUBS ASKING ABOUT MASTANTUONO
Real Madrid and Manchester United are just some of the European clubs that have sent early feelers for the rising teenage sensation.
Moreover, Real Madrid officials have reportedly met with Mastantuono’s representatives early this year.
Furthermore, Manchester United, The Sun reported, have shown strong interest with the teenager.
United officials reportedly described Mastantuono, The Sun report said, as “one of the brightest emerging ta;ents in the country.”
Meanwhile, Paris Saint Germain, as per Florian Plettenberg, has also its sights on the Mastantuono, who is admired by Portuguese sporting director Luis Campos.
MESSI’S RECORD WITH LA ALBICELESTE IN PERIL IF TEENAGER MAKES SENIORS DEBUT AT 17
Messi’s record with the Argentina national men’s team is in peril should Mastantuono eventually crack the seniors’ roster at 17.
Furthermore, the Inter Miami star was 18 when he made his seniors debut with Argentina in 2005 against Hungary.
Moreover, Scaloni intends to form his team with a mix of veterans and newcomers, meaning Messi and Mastantuono could still end up as teammates.
The La Albiceleste are already qualified at the 2026 FIFA World Cup along with co-hosts United States, Mexico, and Canada.
It remains to be seen if Mastantuono sticks with River Plate, which signed the teenager to a contract until December 31,2026.
