Manchester United are preparing for a busy summer window, with INEOS continuing their mission to reshape the squad around young, exciting talent on manageable wages.
Since arriving at Old Trafford, Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s football operation has placed a heavy emphasis on long-term planning.
A strategy based on targeting high-potential prospects over expensive short-term fixes.
The recruitment of players like Ayden Heaven, Chido Obi-Martin, and Leny Yoro – all teenagers with immense upside, highlights a clear shift in direction.
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Each fits the profile of what Jason Wilcox and Ruben Amorim want to build: a faster, hungrier, and more modern United.
But the path to securing future stars is rarely straightforward.
Especially when Europe’s elite come calling.
One such target now attracting serious attention is Franco Mastantuono.
The River Plate sensation has been on United’s radar for months.
PSG consider £41m release clause to sign Franco Mastantuono
According to German Garcia Grova on X, PSG have stepped up their efforts to sign the 17-year-old and have already held meetings with his representatives.
The French club are currently weighing up whether to trigger his £41 million release clause or negotiate a deal that would allow the playmaker to remain in Argentina until December.
United, who have been in talks with Mastantuono’s camp since earlier this year, may now face a race against time to convince the player and his advisors that Old Trafford is the right next step.
Mastantuono is widely regarded as one of the brightest talents in South America.
A left-footed attacking midfielder with a rare mix of composure, creativity, and close control.
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Often likened to Phil Foden, his ability to dictate tempo and glide past defenders has already earned him first-team opportunities with River Plate.
United’s recruitment team, led by Wilcox, had hoped to position themselves as frontrunners.
However PSG’s growing interest could force a rethink.
Real Madrid remain in the background, while Inter Milan recently dropped out of the race due to the teenager’s price tag.
This is one to watch closely as the summer window unfolds.
🚨{EXCLUSIVO} #PSG avanza fuertemente por Franco Mastantuono
👉🏾El club 🇫🇷 mantuvo reuniones con la gente que asesora a la joya de #River.
📍Por éstas horas se analiza si ejecutan la cláusula o negocian ficharlo en ésta ventana y llevárselo en Diciembre.
📲… https://t.co/5UIfGlaWd7 pic.twitter.com/woafJTuuFF
— Germán García Grova (@GerGarciaGrova) May 29, 2025
