Real Madrid Confidencial Thiago Pitarch vs Manuel Ángel: the 2 academy players who aspire to be Madrid's Kroos
The two gems from the youth academy are the reinforcements targeting the first team's midfield
Real Madrid has seen how the arrival of Xabi Alonso has meant a strong boost for young talents. During the Club World Cup, he placed Arda Güler in the starting line-up and backed Gonzalo. The latter even earned a spot in the first team, but he is not the only one.
Manuel Ángel will take part in preseason with the first team, and Thiago Pitarch is also being closely monitored. These are two midfielders who have captivated everyone at La Fábrica with their performances. To such an extent that many already see them as the leading candidates to become the new Kroos.
Manuel Ángel is a player who came up through Sevilla's youth academy, but who moved to Real Madrid's academy at a very young age. In 2018, he joined Cadete B and has gone through the reserve teams until settling in Castilla. This year, at 21 years old, he will be the captain and a key piece under Arbeloa's orders.
Thiago Pitarch has come up through the youth academies of several Madrid clubs such as Atlético, Getafe, and Leganés.In 2023, he joined Juvenil C but soon moved up, even skipping several stages. This season, with a Juvenil A registration, he could have more presence in Real Madrid C and Castilla.
The comparison between Thiago Pitarch and Manuel Ángel
Thiago Pitarch just turned 18, but he has already shown glimpses of what he can offer. Right-footed, he has great ball distribution skills, standing out for his precision in distributing in midfield. He also has the ability to get into the opponent's box and strengthen the defensive area.
Manuel Ángel stands out for his excellent ball control, with the ability to accelerate or slow down the pace. He has a great shot and a creative ability that makes him a magnificent player in build-up play. He is also very difficult to dispossess.
Manuel Ángel is 3 years older, and he has also had a challenging season that has slowed his progress. He has suffered several injuries that have prevented him from having continuity. Despite this, they trust he will redeem himself this year, with Xabi Alonso keeping an eye on him.
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