Jose Mourinho blocks Thiago Pitarch's move to Fulham
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 9:35 AM
Last updated Aug 17, 2026
Real Madrid midfielder Thiago Pitarch will remain with the club after Jose Mourinho intervened to prevent a transfer to Fulham. Mourinho informed Pitarch that he would play a key role in his plans for the upcoming season. The decision comes amid uncertainty about Pitarch's future, especially with Fulham's interest led by former Real Madrid manager Alvaro Arbeloa. Pitarch is recovering from a knee injury but is expected to be fit and join the squad by the end of the month, allowing Mourinho to assess his capabilities directly.
- •Thiago Pitarch remains at Real Madrid after transfer block
- •Jose Mourinho assures Pitarch of his role next season
- •Fulham's interest driven by former coach Alvaro Arbeloa
- •Pitarch recovering from knee injury, expected back soon
- 9:35 AMYahoo Sports — Jose Mourinho personally blocked Real Madrid midfielder Premier League transfer – report
"Real Madrid academy midfielder Thiago Pitarch is set to remain at the club after Jose Mourinho stepped in to block a proposed move to Fulham.According to an update from Alberto Pereiro, relayed by Def...
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