In a recent press conference, Real Madrid’s young forward, Endrick, openly discussed the difficulties he’s facing due to limited playing time since joining the club. The 18-year-old Brazilian, who made a name for himself with his impressive goal-scoring record at Palmeiras, has found chances hard to come by under Carlo Ancelotti’s management.
Endrick’s frustration comes from only playing 400 minutes across 22 matches this season, despite scoring five goals—averaging one every 80 minutes. His goal-scoring efficiency exceeds that of some of his more experienced teammates, yet his appearances remain few and far between. There are reports suggesting that Endrick’s camp is considering a loan move to another top club in the upcoming summer to secure more regular playing time.
Ancelotti has responded to the situation, stressing the importance of protecting young talents like Endrick. He explained that introducing him during periods of team instability might not be ideal, emphasizing the need for a stable environment for emerging players to thrive.
With fierce competition for forward positions at Real Madrid, including established stars like Kylian Mbappé, Vinícius Júnior, and Rodrygo, Endrick’s opportunities to break into the starting lineup have been limited.
Despite these challenges, Endrick remains focused on making his mark. He continues to train hard, determined to take advantage of any opportunity to contribute to the team. As the season progresses, he hopes to earn more playing time, either by impressing the coaching staff or through a potential loan move that would offer the regular minutes crucial for his growth.
