Real Madrid’s young midfielder Thiago Pitarch has always known he has a choice to make.
Born in Spain to Moroccan parents, the talented 20-year-old can represent either country at international level. For weeks, fans and pundits have been wondering which path he would take.
Now, he’s spoken out clearly, and his words show exactly where his heart lies. It all came into focus after a recent friendly match at the Metropolitano Stadium. Morocco faced Ecuador, and Pitarch was there watching from the sidelines. Several Moroccan players, including goalkeeper Bono, went out of their way to praise the Real Madrid youngster. They told him how much they’d love to see him pull on the Atlas Lions shirt one day.
The compliments were warm and genuine, a clear sign that Morocco’s door is wide open.But just hours later, Pitarch gave his answer. Speaking to the Spanish national team’s official media, he left no doubt about his ambitions. “My dream?” he said with a smile. “To make my debut for the senior team and win titles.”He wasn’t talking about Morocco. He was talking about Spain.Pitarch’s message feels honest and straightforward. He knows the rumors have been swirling, but right now his focus is simple: earn a permanent place in Real Madrid’s starting line-up. Once he’s settled there, he wants to step up for Spain and chase the biggest prizes in football — trophies, major tournaments, the lot.It’s easy to see why both nations want him.
At Real Madrid, he has already shown flashes of real quality. Quick on the ball, composed under pressure, and with excellent vision, he’s the kind of midfielder who can control the tempo of a game. He impressed enough during the Madrid derby to catch the eye of everyone watching. Moroccan fans see a player who could add creativity and steel to their already dangerous team.
Spanish fans see a home-grown talent ready to follow in the footsteps of the country’s great midfielders.For now, though, Pitarch is keeping things grounded. He’s not rushing any big decisions.
He’s young, he’s hungry, and he’s playing for one of the world’s biggest clubs. Establishing himself at the Bernabéu comes first. Everything else — including the international choice — can wait.Still, his words this week feel like a quiet but firm statement. Spain is his dream. And if he keeps performing the way he has lately, that dream could become reality sooner than anyone expects.Football is full of these stories — kids with two passports, two proud heritages, and one big decision to make. Pitarch seems to have made his mind up, at least for the moment. He wants to wear the red and yellow of Spain and lift silverware alongside the best players in the world.And if he keeps shining at Real Madrid, very few people will argue with that choice.