Xabi Alonso's latest midfield signing's reaction: maximum excitement on social media

Before its match against WSG Tirol in the preseason, Real Madrid has already played some friendlies. With Valdebebas as the venue, the club has managed to deliver some surprises. One of the most notable was the presence of academy player Thiago Pitarch, who left a message of gratitude on social media after his debut.

"I'm very happy to have fulfilled my dream: making my debut with the first team of the best club in the world and scoring a goal."  With these words on his Instagram account, the young midfielder couldn't hide his joy. "I'm proud to have lived this experience surrounded by the best players," he added to show his respect for the entire team.

"Now it's time to continue with the preseason so we can have a truly special year; Hala Madrid!" With these final words, Pitarch made it clear that his story with the first team has only just begun. Despite his young age, his level has impressed both insiders and outsiders.

The player Real Madrid needs

At just 18 years old, Thiago Pitarch is one of the most outstanding academy players at Real Madrid. Originally from Fuenlabrada, Pitarch was trained in the academies of Atlético, Getafe, and Leganés before joining Real Madrid in 2023. Starting in Juvenil C, Pitarch managed to move directly to Juvenil A just 1 year later.

Developing as a midfielder, Pitarch has shown his talent to Xabi Alonso. According to what we know at Defensa Central, the academy player is liked by the coach after his recent performance. Without counting his goal, Pitarch proved to be the organizer the club needs.

After the departures of Kroos and Modric, Real Madrid has been searching for a leader for the midfield. While the club has set its sights on established stars, Pitarch could change this. Although he still lacks a lot of experience, Pitarch aims to be one of the best in his position.

Trust in young talent

Whether he gets several minutes with the first team or not, Pitarch has already made a good impression. Xabi, known for giving opportunities to the youngest players, could keep Pitarch close to the first team. Looking ahead to a season that presents many challenges, the academy player could be the solution to some problems.