Overview
- Mario Kempes said Franco Mastantuono needs to be "more courageous" at Real Madrid and stressed that players must "win even in training."
- He advised the winger to emulate Lamine Yamal by shooting from distance, taking on defenders and continuing to demand the ball after turnovers.
- Kempes warned the teenager must "sacrifice 20 times more" than Kylian Mbappé, Vinícius Júnior and even Rodrygo to endure at the club.
- Mastantuono has earned more starts with Gonzalo García sidelined and Endrick loaned to Lyon, yet injuries and adaptation have stalled his impact.
- The youngster has downplayed direct comparisons, saying Yamal is currently ahead and that he is still adjusting to Madrid’s demands.