On the bench. Relegated by Carlo Ancelotti to the bench behind the other Real Madrid forwards, the 18-year-old player might find his smile again in 2025, according to Goal Turkey’s revelations.
Having arrived in the Spanish capital last summer, Endrick is not yet integrated into the technical staff’s plans. After the first half of the season, which concluded this Sunday with the clash against Sevilla FC (won 4-2 by Madrid), the former Palmeiras player has only featured in nine games, several of which were as a late substitute. Despite two magnificent goals scored in Real Madrid colours, the 18-year-old Brazilian international has never truly been part of Carlo Ancelotti’s plans, as the coach does not yet consider him ready for more game time.
Carlo Ancelotti’s promise to Endrick
Following the 18th round La Liga match against Sevilla FC at the Santiago Bernabéu, Goal Turkey reported that Carlo Ancelotti has promised Endrick better prospects in the new year. According to the media, the 65-year-old Italian coach, renowned for his exceptional player management, allegedly assured the young forward that he would have significantly more playing time in 2025. “He will have his moment of glory,” the report stated.
This is undoubtedly news that would please the young Brazilian, who will not leave Los Blancos in January for another club, despite Goal’s suggestions. Despite stiff competition in the attack, where the trio of Rodrygo, Vinicius Junior, and Kylian Mbappé—along with Brahim Diaz—are gaining momentum in recent days, Endrick is expected to receive more game time in the coming year, thanks to the additional competitions on the horizon. Indeed, aside from La Liga and the Champions League, Real Madrid will begin their Copa del Rey campaign at the start of the new year.
Endrick, a starter in the Copa del Rey
After the rescheduled match from La Liga’s 12th round against Valencia CF, set for 3 January, Carlo Ancelotti and his men will face Minera in the Copa del Rey’s round of 16 on 6 January, before heading to Saudi Arabia three days later to begin the Spanish Super Cup. These types of matches are, of course, opportunities for players lacking game time to feature. Unsurprisingly, Endrick is expected to play in these Copa del Rey fixtures, alongside players such as Jesus Vallejo and Andriy Lunin.
With a packed 2025 calendar, Endrick is likely to earn more appearances in La Liga, especially if the team proves more consistent defensively. It must be said that Carlo Ancelotti has an ideal plan to develop the former Palmeiras prodigy, who possesses the qualities of a true number 9. With his powerful shots and agility, the young 18-year-old is likely to follow a similar path to Arda Güler, who had to bide his time last season before gradually taking on more responsibility and playing time in recent weeks.
