Thiago Pitarch went a brutal 73 days without seeing the pitch earlier this season, but this kid used the international break to remind everyone in Madrid why he is a serious talent and could be heading straight for a first-team return. The young midfielder was absolutely starved for minutes to start the season, but a temporary plan that got him playing with Castilla and Spain’s youth sides has allowed him to completely shine. Diario AS is reporting he is making a strong case for a full-blown first-team comeback. This is what you love to see!
The Comeback Plan You Dream About
Talk about a gut punch: Pitarch went 73 days without playing due to a knee injury that messed up his pre-season. No minutes, just training. Real Madrid, with Jose Mourinho himself in on the plan, decided to get the 19-year-old some real match fitness with Castilla instead of just letting him train alone at Valdebebas. What a smart move. He featured against Sant Andreu and Alcorcon, getting his legs back under him. Then, he absolutely produced a standout display in the mini-derby against Atletico Madrileno. Mourinho was right there watching from the stands, too. Pitarch was just everywhere, influential throughout the game, covering the pitch and looking more like a playmaker than a traditional midfielder. He wasn’t done there either! On international duty, he impressed, scoring with his left foot in Spain Under-20s’ 2-0 win over Mexico. That’s a serious statement right there.
Praise Pours In, and It’s Easy to See Why
It is no surprise his performances haven’t gone unnoticed. Castilla coach Julian Lopez de Lerma has been showering the youngster with praise, saying he is incredibly easy to manage. Lopez de Lerma was quoted saying, “I knew that he was going to take this game as if it were his last. Managing with Thiago is very easy. If we see him up there playing, we will be very happy for him.” That’s the kind of dedication you want to see from a guy fighting for a spot. Taking every game as if it were his last? That’s the kind of attitude that wins you minutes, no question.
A Huge Opportunity Is Knocking
The road ahead for Pitarch is about to get very interesting. Real Madrid has been struggling to find the right balance in their midfield, a massive problem for any top-tier club. Plus, Federico Valverde has been dealing with injuries, and it looks like Aurelien Tchouameni might even play as a center-back in the upcoming game against Villarreal. You connect the dots here, right? All those factors could open up a huge opportunity for Pitarch to finally earn some first-team minutes and make a real impression when the season resumes. This kid has fought his way back, and now he is on the doorstep of something big. Can he seize it? You bet your cleats he can!
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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