Real Madrid manager Alvaro Arbeloa is considering handing 18-year-old midfielder Thiago Pitarch his first La Liga start in Monday’s derby against Getafe, as Eduardo Camavinga struggles with a severe toothache.
Real Madrid face a late selection dilemma for tonight’s clash with Getafe at the Santiago Bernabéu. Regular starter Eduardo Camavinga is a major doubt after missing final training due to dental issues.
While Brahim Diaz is an experienced alternative, reports suggest Arbeloa is leaning toward Thiago Pitarch.
The 18-year-old, who excelled under Arbeloa at Castilla, is poised to occupy the left-sided midfield role.
The potential inclusion of Pitarch marks a bold move for Arbeloa as he looks to maintain pressure on league leaders Barcelona.
Pitarch has previously made brief cameos in the Champions League but has yet to feature in domestic competition.
If selected, he will join Fede Valverde, Arda Guler, and Aurelien Tchouameni in a youthful quartet designed to break down Getafe’s defensive block.
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