– Journalist Javier Herraiz sparked controversy on Cadena Ser radio after Real Madrid’s 4-1 win over Real Sociedad, criticising coach Álvaro Arbeloa’s decision to field Jorge Cistero instead of another player from Castilla.
Heraiz stated clearly: “Cistero is a good player, but the best midfielder in Castilla is Tiago Bitartz.”
Cistero had played at the Bernabéu and expressed his great happiness, confirming that he was experiencing “the happiest moments of his life.” In contrast, Pitarch is still waiting for his official chance, despite being called up several times under Chabi Alonso and accompanying the team on various occasions.
