José Mourinho names Thiago Pitarch as key player for Real Madrid this season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 3:55 PM
Last updated Aug 9, 2026
José Mourinho, the new head coach of Real Madrid, will integrate Thiago Pitarch into the first team this season, a decision confirmed despite Pitarch currently dealing with an injury. The 18-year-old midfielder has shown considerable promise, making 16 appearances last season in La Liga and the Champions League. With significant transfer interest around him this summer, it had previously seemed possible that he might depart. However, Mourinho’s commitment to Pitarch indicates a strategic decision to keep the young player in the squad moving forward.
- •Thiago Pitarch will be a key player under José Mourinho.
- •He is currently sidelined due to an injury.
- •Pitarch made 16 appearances last season.
- •There was speculation about his potential transfer this summer.
- •Mourinho's decision underscores his belief in Pitarch's potential.
- 3:55 PMYahoo Sports — Real Madrid academy graduate will be a ‘key player’ under José Mourinho this season
"New Real Madrid head coach José Mourinho intends to afford a prominent role to an up-and-coming member of the club’s midfield ranks over the course of the season ahead.The Blancos starlet in questi...
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