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Champions League Final Could Trigger $28M Coach Move and Blockbuster Teen Signing
Champions League Final Could Trigger $28M Coach Move and Blockbuster Teen Signing originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Ahead of the UEFA Champions League Final, PSG and Inter Milan seem to have key squad changes to look forward to ahead of the summer transfer window. While both teams are focused on the biggest game of the season, the fans of both teams are already looking ahead to what's next. Advertisement Inter Milan coach Simone Inzaghi is rumored to be leaving the club after the Champions League Final, regardless of the outcome. A huge Saudi Arabian club is interested in appointing the Italian after the UCL Final. On the other hand, PSG is looking to strengthen its team by bringing one of the most exciting young prospects in the world, Franco Mastantuono. The Argentine youngster is a target for many top European clubs. Will Inzaghi leave Inter Milan? Inzaghi has been the coach of Inter Milan since the summer of 2021. He has helped the team win a Serie A title last season, three Italian Super Cups, and two Coppa Italia (Italian Cup). Advertisement The Italian coach guided Inter Milan to reach the Champions League Final twice in four years in charge. Inter lost the 2023 Champions League Final against Manchester City and will play another one tomorrow against PSG. Reports from Sacha Tavolieri suggest that Al Hilal is Inzaghi's next destination, as there are reported talks between the Saudi Arabian club and the Italian coach. Tavolieri reports that Inzaghi gave the green light to agree on a contract that would make him earn more than $28 million a year at Al Hilal. Nothing is signed, especially ahead of the Champions League Final, which Inzaghi is fully focused on. Inzaghi spoke in a press conference ahead of the UCL final and was asked about the Al Hilal rumors suggesting he will leave Inter after the final tomorrow. Simone Inzaghi: "Could this be the end of my cycle at Inter? I'll tell you right now: tomorrow, there is a Champions League Final. On Monday, we'll meet and talk calmly for the good of the club. This could make a difference for my future, but first, we really want to play this match; we're only thinking about the Final. I'm happy at Inter. I have everything here that I need to do well and be satisfied." Advertisement Fabrizio Romano and Matteo Moretto deny any report that suggests Inzaghi signing a contract with Al Hilal before the final tomorrow. A decision will happen only after the game tomorrow. Franco Mastantuono closer to PSG Bringing in young, promising players seems to be a great investment for clubs around the world. Franco Mastantuono is seen as the next bright star on the rise. The Argentine attacking midfielder is a star at River Plate, and at 17 years old, European clubs have lined up to persuade the player to join their teams. Mastantuono has received interest from the Premier League, Real Madrid, and PSG. The French team now seems to have an edge over the rest of the interested clubs. Fabrizio Romano and Germán García Grova from TYC Sports report that PSG are in concrete talks to sign Mastantuono. The deal is not sealed, but PSG is in the lead in the Mastantuono race. Advertisement Real Madrid is looking for a midfielder this summer transfer window, and it is expected that the Spanish club will try and battle PSG for the player's signature. Related: Champions League Final Explained: Who's Playing, What's at Stake, and Why It Matters Related: Al Nassr Confirms Cristiano Ronaldo Contract Talks: 'We're Negotiating' This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on May 31, 2025, where it first appeared.
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2 days ago
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💣 Bombshell at River, PSG make strong move for Franco Mastantuono
River Plate's jewel is preparing for the Club World Cup, but has a release clause that could be executed by the Parisian Plate is well aware that Franco Mastantuono's days at the club are numbered. Several European teams have had him on their radar for some time, and his recent performances have made the interest in signing him even stronger. While Mastantuono prepares to play in the FIFA Club World Cup, River's executives are gearing up to face the offers that will come in this market. According to Argentine journalist Germán García Grova, a specialist in transfers, Paris Saint-Germain does not want to waste time and is willing to pay the $45 million release clause in this transfer window. 🚨{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.📲… — Germán García Grova (@GerGarciaGrova) May 29, 2025 PSG has been following the 17-year-old jewel for some time and would not hesitate to execute the release clause directly. However, Mastantuono gave his word to play for River until December, so his signing could include a loan to stay in Argentina until the end of the year. According to local press reports, Franco Mastantuono's dream is to play for Real Madrid, but the Merengue club does not have him on their list due to his high price, and PSG intends to take him as soon as possible. No formal offer has yet arrived at Núñez, but River Plate's executives are on alert because they understand that his transfer to Europe is imminent. Even more so, if Lionel Scaloni confirms his call-up to the Argentina national team and if he shines in the FIFA Club World Cup. This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇪🇸 here. 📸 LUIS ROBAYO - AFP or licensors
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5 days ago
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PSG join race to sign Franco Mastantuono
Paris Saint-Germain are preparing for one of the most important matches in the club's history, with Luis Enrique's side set to come up against Inter Milan in the final of the UEFA Champions League. However, behind the scenes, Luís Campos is now preparing for the future. Campos' future at the club was clarified last week. The Portuguese sporting director signed a long-term extension at PSG, bringing an end to the uncertainty that had clouded his future for several months. Prior to the extension, Campos had already been working on the upcoming window. Advertisement As per Florian Plettenberg, Franco Mastantuono (17) is a target for Les Parisiens. Campos is a big fan of the player, leading to PSG joining a host of European clubs in showing an interest in the midfielder. Plettenberg understands that talks between Mastantuono have already taken place. His current contract with River Plate runs until the summer of 2026. GFFN | Luke Entwistle
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22-05-2025
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River Plate and Boca Juniors ousted from Apertura tournament, face uncertain Club World Cup
Franco Mastantuono, center, of River Plate celebrates after scoring his team's first goal during a local tournament soccer match in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Sunday, April 27, 2025. (AP Photo/Gustavo Garello) BUENOS AIRES (AP) — River Plate and Boca Juniors have been eliminated in the Apertura tournament quarterfinals, raising concerns over the form of two of Argentina's richest teams ahead of the FIFA Club World Cup. River Plate, which has the league's highest payroll at over $110 million, lost on penalties to Platense, a team valued at around $27 million. Boca Juniors was ousted earlier in the week after a loss to Independiente. Advertisement 'We will work hard to not go to a penalty kick definition,' Millonarios coach Marcelo Gallardo said. 'And If it comes down to that, the story should be different.' A River Plate lineup featuring World Cup champions Franco Armani, German Pezzella and Marcos Acuna had been odds-on favorite to progress to the semifinals after entering the quarterfinals on a five-match winning streak. 'More than concerned, I am frustrated for not reaching the final,' Gallardo said. 'Our rival played great and prevented us from doing what we have been doing.' River Plate, which also lost in the Supercopa earlier in the year, will have to regroup ahead of a Copa Libertadores showdown next Tuesday against Universitario de Perú and then the Club World Cup starting June 15. The global tournament kicks off with Argentina great Lionel Messi and his Inter Miami team taking on Egypt's Al Ahly. Advertisement River Plate will open its Club World Cup campaign June 17 against Urawa Reds of Japan and then will face off against Inter Milan and Mexico's Monterrey. 'As the tournament inches closer we will feel a special energy, the feeling of belonging with the elite,' Gallardo said. 'I know that the match against the Mexican team will be special and will gather interest from our fans.' Boca Juniors, with a squad worth around $93 million, is also going through tough times after being ousted from the Copa Libertadores and a loss to crosstown rival River Plate in the Argentine clasico. All those failures led to the firing of coach Fernando Gago, and the team has yet to name a new coach. Advertisement Boca will play its first match of the Club World Cup against Portugal's Benfica on June 16, and then will take on Bayern Munich and New Zealand's Auckland City. ___ AP soccer:
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21-05-2025
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PSG join race to sign River Plate star Franco Mastantuono
Paris Saint-Germain have entered the race to sign Argentine prodigy Franco Mastantuono, according to Sky Germany journalist Florian Plettenberg. PSG have joined this tug-of-war between the European elites for the 17-year-old River Plate sensation. Mastantuono is now on PSG's radar, with sporting advisor Luis Campos pushing for a deal. Talks between the Ligue 1 champions and the player's camp are underway. Campos is reportedly a long-time admirer of the teenager and his versatility. He is an attacking midfielder and can also play on the right flank. Mastantuono has emerged as one of South America's most sought-after prospects. The left-footed playmaker has already racked up seven goals and four assists in 18 senior appearances this season. It is not the numbers that make him an exciting talent. It is the guile and poise with which he executes that make him a must-have for top clubs. Manchester United have shown strong interest, having held two meetings regarding the youngster. While he would be a natural fit on the right side of a front three in Ruben Amorim's 3-4-2-1 system, United remain reluctant to meet his €40 million release clause. Chelsea are also monitoring the situation closely, while Real Madrid were among the first clubs to express interest, though they have yet to table a formal offer. Olympique Marseille tried to jump the queue, with club president Pablo Longoria travelling to Argentina to convince Mastantuono to join. However, the player turned down their approach. With PSG now in the mix and European heavyweights circling, the battle for Mastantuono's signature promises to be one of the most-watched transfer stories this summer. If PSG are chasing Mastantuono this summer, it must mean the club is ready to let go of Lee Kang-In. The South Korean is an excellent bargain for any team looking for a creative attacking midfielder/winger who works incredibly hard defensively. Despite starting only 19 Ligue 1 games, he registered six goals and created 16 big chances. He is an underrated talent who can serve the clubs that fail to land Mastantuono.
