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Thiago Pitarch sidelined until September with knee injury

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 26, 2026, 9:45 PM

Last updated Jul 26, 2026

Thiago Pitarch sidelined until September with knee injury

Summary

Real Madrid midfielder Thiago Pitarch will be out of action until September due to a knee injury sustained during a training session. The 18-year-old had a promising season in 2025/26, featuring in 11 matches across La Liga and the Champions League. His absence is a setback for the team as they prepare for the new season under manager José Mourinho. The injury was confirmed by journalist Fabrizio Romano, citing Real Madrid insider Arancha Rodríguez.

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Status Watch

•Thiago Pitarch suffered a knee injury in training.
•He is expected to return at the beginning of September.
•Pitarch had 11 starts in the 2025/26 season.
•New manager José Mourinho was hoping to build on his progress.
•Real Madrid faces personnel challenges ahead of the season.

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9:45 PMYahoo Sports — Real Madrid star to be absent until September with injury

What they're saying

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La Liga giants Real Madrid have this weekend been dealt a setback on the personnel front. This comes amid confirmation that youngster Thiago Pitarch is set for an incoming spell on the sidelines.Midfi...
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