​Real Madrid may have endured a troubling 2025-26 season, but one bright spot emerged in the form of Thiago Pitarch. The teenage midfielder made a strong impression during the latter half of the campaign after earning his promotion from Alvaro Arbeloa’s setup, and his future with the senior squad now hinges on the level of trust he receives from Jose Mourinho. On a personal level, Pitarch has enjoyed a remarkable six months, and he hopes to build on that momentum as he prepares for the U19 European Championship with Spain. Ahead of this weekend’s final against Germany, the Real Madrid talent spoke with El Larguero (courtesy of Diario AS), revealing that his confidence has been buoyed since being included in the Bernabeu’s senior squad.
He explained that training and competing with the first team gives him a confidence boost that surpasses what he experiences with Castilla. “Things are going well for me, but more importantly, the team is winning and we are very confident,” Pitarch said. When asked about his preferred position, he shrugged off the idea of specializing, stating, “I don’t care. I can play as an eight, a ten, or a pivot.”
Pitarch, who has been mentioned in connection with a potential summer move to La Liga’s newly promoted Malaga, reflected on his time with Real Madrid last season and discussed the player who most surprised him. He noted the relentless pace of life at the top, with games every three days making it essential to stay focused. Yet he also highlighted the daily privilege of training alongside the world’s best players, describing the experience as a joy when idols he had long admired were constantly within reach. In terms of personal inspiration, he singled out Jude Bellingham as someone who surprised him in training, adding that Vinicius Junior and Kylian Mbappe continue to impress in every match.
Earlier this year, Pitarch expressed a desire to continue representing Spain at the international level, while leaving the door open to Morocco, a nation he is also eligible to represent. He explained that he had the opportunity to join the Spain U21s in March but chose to stay with the current group, emphasizing a gradual, step-by-step approach to international football. “It would be a dream for De la Fuente to call me up to the senior team,” he said. Regarding Morocco, he added, “First, they need to win on Saturday, and in the future, whatever God wants will happen.” He stressed that he remains very calm about his international future, focusing on the U19s and letting whatever is meant to come to him unfold naturally. “I’m very good here,” he affirmed.
As Pitarch contemplates his immediate prospects, the Real Madrid prospect faces a pivotal period. His performance at the U19 Euros will be closely watched by the club and supporters alike, who will be eager to see whether his early breakthroughs at the Bernabeu translate into a sustained role within the first team or a strategic move elsewhere that could better harness his talents. For now, Pitarch remains focused on the present, dedicating his energy to Spain’s youth ranks and the immediate task of delivering for his country in the upcoming European championship. With his confidence sky-high and his versatility on full display, the Madrid product could well become a crucial figure in the club’s long-term plans if his trajectory continues on this upward arc.