Real Madrid manager opposed to the summer departure of two players – report

Real Madrid manager opposed to the summer departure of two players – report Real Madrid have signed as many as six players so far this summer, with RB Leipzig winger Yan Diomande being the latest addition. This is a clear indication of Real Madrid’s intent and new coach Jose Mourinho’s desire to revamp the squad as he looks to take on Barcelona next season. Quite naturally, Real Madrid’s spending spree this summer could also result in a few departures, with many players already linked with exits. Brahim Diaz and Thiago Pitarch are two such players facing an uncertain future, with the former even being linked with a move Juventus last month . Mourinho wants both Diaz and Pitarch According to Miguel Serrano , Mourinho has no desire to lose either Diaz or Pitarch this summer, believing both could prove genuinely useful to him over the course of a demanding campaign. Pitarch has been linked with a move away from Real Madrid. (Photo by Angel Martinez/Getty Images) This is particularly important for Pitarch’s case, given the strong interest the young midfielder has attracted. Fulham have shown concrete interest in the teenager, with Alvaro Arbeloa keen on a reunion at Craven Cottage. The former Real Madrid coach has already lured Gonzalo Garcia and Cesar Palacios to Fulham, and Pitarch has been identified as a third academy target. Pitarch made his senior debut under Arbeloa against Benfica in the Champions League, a night on which Benfica were managed by none other than Mourinho. Despite that interest, Mourinho’s desire to retain Pitarch could prove decisive, with the Portuguese having been impressed by him during pre-season. Diaz and Pitarch’s potential roles next season Mourinho wants both Brahim and Pitarch in the team. (Photo by Denis Doyle/Getty Images) The reasoning behind Mourinho keeping both players lies in the depth and flexibility they offer. Diaz is a versatile attacker capable of operating across the front line and in midfield, and his experience, quality and ability to change a game from the bench make him a valuable squad option during a season packed with fixtures across multiple competitions. Pitarch, meanwhile, represents one of La Fabrica’s brightest prospects. While he may not command a regular starting berth just yet, Mourinho clearly views him as a useful option who can be integrated gradually, providing energy and quality in midfield when called upon.