Hachim Mastour has spoken openly about the difficult side of his career, saying he was often treated “like a cash machine” as his name grew in football.
The former AC Milan talent, who became famous at a young age for his skills and videos, made the remarks while looking back on the choices made around him during his early rise. Mastour said the attention was not always about his development on the pitch, but too often about money.
In his reflection, Mastour made clear that the pressure and the people close to him played a big role in how his path unfolded. He explained that he did not always feel protected, and that he was pushed in ways that did not help his career.
Mastour’s comments offer a stark look at the reality some young players face when they break through early. Instead of being guided with patience, he suggests he was used for financial gain at key moments.
He has since tried to move forward from that period, but his words underline the bitter balance he now makes: huge fame at a young age, yet a career that did not follow the trajectory many expected.
