River Plate Youth Training Director: Mastantono s vision can overlook the entire venue, he has the talent to impact the Golden Ball

Riverbed youth training director Gabriel Orlando discovered Mastantono when he was 11 years old. In an exclusive interview with the Ass, Orlando talked about Mastantono's talent and his future at Real Madrid.

When did you first meet Mastantono?

"He came to try out when he was 11 years old, and we were immediately conquered by him. But then the epidemic hit and everything stopped. I waited for almost two years to see him again, and then I recruited him into the "River House". We signed him before his youth team's official game.

Did he be sure to be a football player instead of a tennis player?

"No. He is also a national player in tennis and has been hesitating between the two events. I spent a lot of time convinced him that he should not only relieve his homesickness of leaving his hometown and his family 350 kilometers away from his family, but also make him believe that his future is in football. I talked to him many times, but fortunately he chose to stay. ”

What touched you the most in the style of Mastantono's football?

"I was attracted by his sense of pause. He was very calm and calm when making decisions on the court. At that time, he was already a very smart and smart player. I was also fascinated by his vision of the audience. A player who knows how to move pieces on the board at this age and knows what to do next before catching the ball is hardly found. Of course, he is also very technically talented, but I value these two more. ”

Left foot, good skills, and play on the right side, is he similar to Yamal?

"They are the same age, but I think he is more like J Ronaldo or Galardo, but Galardo is a right foot player. Mastantono does not have the explosive power of Yamal. He is the kind of player who first thinks, observes teammates, and analyzes the situation on the field. Very smart and can make the whole team better. ”

His ideal position is the midfield near the sideline?

" is completely correct. This position best utilizes his dribbling, pass, vision and left foot advantages. Demikelis allowed him to make his first-team debut in Riverbed, and Galardo was crucial in his final stages of development. He is already a finished product. ”

Did he get a free kick since he was a child?

"This is born, but he also practices hard the day after tomorrow. Galardo was also a free kick master back then, helping him improve his already-known skills. ”

When he arrived at Real Madrid, can he take the role of taking the free kick immediately?

"To be honest, I think it's OK. Although he is young, he is very mature. Watching him on the court is like he is ten years older. With his football business, understanding and reading games, he is simply an old man. He is well prepared and has a strong personality. ”

Can you play the main player in the short term?

"We are talking about the largest club in the world, and Mastantono must need to adapt to the time. Although he is mature and confident, any change requires a process and it is impossible to integrate 100% on the first day. The Saviola I brought back back then had played in the riverbed, Sevilla, Monaco and even Barcelona, and it was not easy to adapt. ”

When he gains a foothold, what kind of players will the Bernabeu see?

"Mastantono will fascinate Real Madrid fans and conquer them. I have no doubt about this. His ball possession, rhythm and clear thinking will make him a special player. In the future, he will reach an extremely high level in Real Madrid. ”

What is the road you preset for him?

"The best one. He was already amazing when he went to Madrid, but with world-class players, under Xavi Alonso, he would learn more and grow faster. I believe he will serve as the main player of the national team for many years. With all the conditions, he will become a star and add glory to our country in Spain. ”

Can you even win the Golden Globe Award in the future?

"It is possible in terms of talent, but it will not be achieved overnight, and it will take time. I believe Alonso can guide him well, impart experience and knowledge to him, and let Mastantono give full play to his fullest. He is born to play football. ”