Thiago Pitarch
RMA
CM (LW)
Box-to-Box
Aug 3, 2007 (19)
Right
5'10"
146 lb
Real MadridDNP in Inter match
Pitarch (knee) wasn't fielded in Tuesday's 2-1 victory over Inter.
Analysis: Pitarch was good to go after recovering from a knee problem, but wasn't deployed in this one. He projects to be a deep option in the midfield going forward. He assisted twice and tallied six crosses (two accurate), six chances created and 12 tackles in 16 appearances (11 starts) in 2025/2026.
Option for Inter Milan clash
Pitarch (knee) is an option for Tuesday's Champions League opener against Inter Milan, according to the club.
Analysis: Pitarch had recently only participated in part of a training session before continuing his individual recovery program, so this full return marks meaningful progress in his comeback from the knee injury that interrupted his preseason. His potential involvement would give coach Jose Mourinho another young option in central midfield as he continues working toward full match fitness.
Could return Tuesday
Pitarch (knee) could be an option for Tuesday's Champions League opener against Inter Milan as he was spotted training with the team on Monday, according to Madrid Xtra.
Analysis: Pitarch had recently only participated in part of a training session before continuing his individual recovery program, so this full return marks meaningful progress in his comeback from the knee injury that interrupted his preseason. His gradual reintegration should eventually give coach Jose Mourinho another young option in central midfield, though he has yet to receive full medical clearance to return to matches.
Takes part in team training
Pitarch (knee) participated in part of Sunday's team training session before continuing with his individual recovery program, according to the club.
Analysis: Pitarch continues to make progress after the knee injury that interrupted his preseason, with Sunday's partial involvement representing another step toward a return to competition. The 18-year-old had previously resumed full work with the first team but still needed to rebuild muscle mass and conditioning, so Real Madrid continue to manage his workload rather than immediately clearing him for matches. His gradual reintegration should eventually give manager Jose Mourinho another young option in central midfield, though Pitarch has yet to receive medical clearance to return.
Building mass in first team training
Pitarch (knee) is now training fully with the first team but needs to build up his muscle mass, according to coach Jose Mourinho, per Marca.
Analysis: Pitarch had been expected to face at least six weeks of inactivity after suffering a knee injury during the team's first preseason session, an issue that emerged just as the 18 year old was breaking into the first team rotation last season. His return to full training is an encouraging sign, though manager Mourinho's comments suggest he still needs time to regain the physical conditioning to be fully ready, with Federico Valverde and Bernardo Silva continuing to provide cover in midfield in the meantime.
Set to miss six weeks
Pitarch is expected to face at least six weeks of inactivity due to a knee injury he suffered during the team's first pre-season training session, Arancha Rodriguez of COPE reports.
Analysis: Pitarch will likely be sidelined for the remainder of the offseason period and the first few weeks of the 2026/27 campaign. The 18-year-old emerged into the top-division stage this year and quickly earned a place in the rotation of a squad that was hit by several injuries at the time. Now he'll be absent while he works on his rehabilitation from the knee issue, but the versatile Federico Valverde and new signing Bernardo Silva should provide enough cover in midfield at the beginning of the season.
Two assists in final game
Pitarch assisted twice to go with two shots (one on goal) and two chances created in Saturday's 4-2 win over Athletic. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 3rd minute.
Analysis: Pitarch turned in a two-assist performance on the final matchday, first floating a perfectly weighted through ball for Jude Bellingham's 41st minute volley before later helping set up Brahim Diaz's 88th minute strike with a key pass in the buildup. The young midfielder wraps up the season with two assists, six shots, six chances created, and 15 tackles across 16 appearances (11 starts) in all competitions, cementing his rise as one of the most intriguing young breakouts in Spanish football this year. His performance also stood out as one of the last bright spots of manager Alvaro Arbeloa's brief spell in charge of Real Madrid, with boss Jose Mourinho now expected to take over ahead of next season.
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