The true disappointment of Real Madrid is not Mbappé

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Franco Mastantuono starts to bear an enormous pressure at Real Madrid. While much of the public debate points to Kylian Mbappé, the performance of the Argentine worries much more within the club.

The French player accumulates criticism for his attitude and some recent gestures, but his numbers support any defense. On the other hand, the young signing from River Plate still fails to justify an investment close to 60 million.

Franco Mastantuono fails to take off at Real Madrid

Franco Mastantuono arrived at Real Madrid as a strategic bet. Left-footed, technical, with enormous potential, he landed in LaLiga with the label of differential talent. The problem is that reality has been much colder. Every appearance has left the feeling of a lost, imprecise player with no real impact on the game.

Real Madrid has not closed the door on him. He has had minutes, intermittent continuity, and enough opportunities to show more than just isolated details. His stats are too poor considering the buzz generated by his signing. Three goals and one assist in over thirty matches depict a production far from expectations.

Franco Mastantuono not only suffers from the numbers. His body language, decision-making, and difficulty in understanding the team's rhythms are also concerning. The right wing of the team still lacks a solid owner. The Argentine was supposed to bring imbalance, the final pass, and threat, but he almost always ends up far from the hot zones.

Kylian Mbappé withstands the comparison

Kylian Mbappé is going through a strange phase at Real Madrid. He is targeted by the fans, questioned by some in his circle, and scrutinized with every move. However, the French player's sports balance is overwhelming. His goals and assists have sustained the team in many parts of LaLiga and the European season.

That's why it's surprising how unequal the focus is. Mbappé may receive criticism for his attitude, but his competitive impact is far from the void left by Mastantuono. On the other hand, the Argentine has not found a clear role. He doesn't fixate on the wing, doesn't break inside, and doesn't show up regularly near the box.

The comparison is not meant to tear down a young player. It aims to understand why Real Madrid invested so much money in a prospect that currently offers so little. His talent is still valued in the dressing room. No one denies his technical quality, but Real Madrid needs performance, not just future expectations.

An investment that conditions the white market

The paid amount weighs in every analysis. With that money, Real Madrid could have addressed other needs, even brought in a more seasoned center forward to compete right away. LaLiga punishes the lack of adaptation. The Bernabéu demands an immediate response, and Mastantuono still seems to play with the burden of the transfer on his shoulders.

Selling him now would not be simple either. His value has plummeted, and any exit would force the club to accept a difficult-to-justify loss. A loan might emerge as a middle ground. A destination with less pressure could help him regain confidence, playing time, and a more recognizable footballing identity.

Real Madrid must decide whether to persist or correct. Protecting the player is important, but so is not jeopardizing a key position for another season. Franco Mastantuono faces a decisive summer. Kylian Mbappé will remain in the spotlight, but the major disappointment for Real Madrid in LaLiga points to the Argentine.

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