Real Madrid‘s young talent Endrick is attracting interest from several European clubs, including Marseille, as January approaches.
The Brazilian forward, who is just 19 years old, has yet to make an appearance in LaLiga this season due to a hamstring injury sustained in May. This setback not only kept him out of the Club World Cup but also delayed his return to action until the current campaign. During his debut season at Madrid (2024-25), he made a notable impact by scoring seven goals across all competitions. Despite facing stiff competition for playing time from Gonzalo García, who shone during the Club World Cup, Endrick opted to remain with Los Blancos over the summer.
Endrick’s Current Status
As sources indicate, multiple clubs are monitoring Endrick’s situation closely under coach Xabi Alonso. The expectation is that Real Madrid will receive offers for him in the upcoming January transfer window. However, insiders have revealed that Endrick and his representatives are inclined to stay put for now, preferring to evaluate his role in the squad as he regains full fitness following the international break. The Brazilian is optimistic about contributing soon, especially since he has been training well and has been eager to showcase his skills.
Challenges Ahead for Real Madrid
Endrick’s absence has been felt as he remains the only outfield player yet to feature under Alonso since the coach took over. His last appearance came during Carlo Ancelotti‘s tenure in a 2-0 victory against Sevilla on May 18. Last season, he had limited opportunities, logging just 354 minutes in LaLiga and 134 minutes in the Champions League, but still managed to find the net seven times—five of which were scored in the Copa del Rey. As Madrid faces a demanding fixture list including matches against Getafe, Juventus, and El Clásico against Barcelona on October 26, the pressure will mount on players like Kylian Mbappé and García to deliver results.
Coach Alonso remains optimistic about Endrick’s potential impact when he returns: “He has been training well for three weeks now. He scores goals and doesn’t need many chances to find the net; he’s a fantastic finisher. Although there’s significant competition in his position, I believe his moment will come.”
The upcoming fixtures will be crucial for Real Madrid as they navigate through a challenging period before Christmas. With Mbappé already racking up an impressive 14 goals this season and García still seeking his first goal in six appearances, how will Endrick fit into this dynamic once he returns? The anticipation surrounding his comeback is palpable.
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