Player asked Mourinho to let him join Fulham – January move now possible

Real Madrid youngster Thiago Pitarch asked manager José Mourinho to let him join Fulham during the summer transfer window. According to comments from journalist Alberto Pereiro, the 19-year-old midfielder wanted to reunite with former manager Álvaro Arbeloa at Craven Cottage. However, Mourinho reportedly blocked the departure, insisting he wanted Pitarch to remain part of his first-team squad for the campaign.

Pitarch has yet to play a single minute for Madrid's senior side this season following a pre-season knee injury. Amid tough competition in midfield from players like Bernardo Silva, Aurélien Tchouaméni, and Eduardo Camavinga, reports in Spain suggest Pitarch could consider a January loan move if his playing time does not improve, potentially reopening the door for Fulham.