Real Madrid retains Thiago Pitarch for first-team season plans
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 10:50 AM
Last updated Aug 9, 2026
Real Madrid has decided to keep young midfielder Thiago Pitarch in their first team for the 2026 season. Despite a disappointing 2025-26 season without major trophies, Pitarch emerged as a bright spot and performed well in the European U-19 Championship with Spain. He received offers, from Fulham, but his priority remains with Real Madrid as he vies for playing time amid competition in a crowded midfield. Manager José Mourinho recognizes his potential, although Pitarch has yet to fully showcase his skills due to an injury.
- •Thiago Pitarch remains part of Real Madrid's first team for the upcoming season.
- •Pitarch shone in the U-19 Championship, boosting his profile.
- •José Mourinho considers Pitarch an important player despite injury issues.
- •Competition includes Tchouameni, Camavinga, Bernardo Silva, and Valverde.
- 10:50 AMYahoo Sports — Real Madrid make decision on Thiago Pitarch’s first-team future
"There is no doubt that the 2025-26 season was a failure for Real Madrid, a club that always aims to win the biggest trophies every season. The Merengues were unable to win any big trophy in that seaso...
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