While Real Madrid, including Carlo Ancelotti, is looking for solutions to roll the’ team in the coming months, Endrick, who has already disappeared from the radar, may not find the smile again anytime soon
Real Madrid faces several pressing issues. Already struggling on the field, with the team finding it challenging to achieve the right balance for strong performances, Carlo Ancelotti is also dealing with players frustrated by their situations. While *The Athletic* reports that young Turkish talent Arda Guler remains calm and is patiently awaiting his chance, Endrick’s situation is quite different. Since arriving from Palmeiras after two successful seasons, the young Brazilian international has not played a single minute for Madrid since October
Endrick’s Absence
Endrick: Bad news for the 18-year-old forward
After a promising start with Real Madrid—scoring against Real Valladolid on August 25 shortly after entering the game and again against Stuttgart in the Champions League on September 17—Endrick has since seen reduced playing time. Although he was surprisingly included in the starting lineup against Lille in France for the second matchday of the Champions League, the young Brazilian from Taguatinga could not fully deliver on his potential. Despite his determination, his unique physical attributes could not prevent Real Madrid’s defeat.
Since that match, Ancelotti has not given Endrick any more playing time. In the last three matches, the young player has remained on the bench. Even with Kylian Mbappe struggling to fill the role of a true number 9 up front, the Madrid coach has not shown willingness to grant Endrick minutes, even during the team’s recent loss to Barca in El Clasico.
Is Game Time Unlikely?
Endrick: More bad news for the 18-year-old forward
In Spain, Endrick’s situation has drawn attention. Given the team’s current difficulties, he may not see the field soon. With Rodrygo Goes expected to return in the coming days, Endrick will face even more competition for game time. Real Madrid’s top two forwards, Vinicius Junior and Kylian Mbappe, are not expected to step aside as they pursue individual accolades. Barring injuries, these stars will likely play in all upcoming matches.
With this weekend’s twelfth-round La Liga match against FC Valencia postponed, Real Madrid will return to action next Tuesday against AC Milan in the Champions League. There is some hope that Endrick might get a few minutes in this important Champions League clash. After that, Real Madrid faces Osasuna and Leganes in La Liga. For these crucial matches, where Real cannot afford to lose if they hope to stay in contention, the Madrid staff may opt to play it safe.
In any case, Endrick will need some luck for a favorable turn of events. With a coach who does not prioritize youth, the future seems uncertain for the 18-year-old Brazilian forward.
