Endrick and Tchouameni out for the trip to Barcelona ❌ | OneFootball

Real Madrid face a new league fixture with significant updates in the squad traveling with the team. José Mourinho spoke at a press conference to preview the match against RCD Espanyol in Barcelona. During his remarks, the Portuguese coach confirmed the absences of Endrick and Aurélien Tchouameni.

The most notable absence among the recent arrivals is Endrick. The Brazilian forward has been left out of the squad and will not travel with the group. As the coach himself explained, he is the only unavailable player who is not carrying an issue from last season.

For his part, Tchouameni will also not wear the Madrid shirt this Saturday in Cornellà. Although the French midfielder is recovering well from his problems, the coaching staff have decided not to take any risks and to keep him on a specific training plan to complete his physical preparation.

"Tchouameni has to train today, tomorrow, Sunday, to speed up his process. He arrived in a condition that does not allow him to be ready for this match," Mourinho said about the French midfielder's fitness.

Mario Rivas, Joan Martínez and Alexis Ciria in the squad

To cover for these absences and complete the squad list, the Setúbal-born coach will turn to the Valdebebas academy. Academy players Mario Rivas, Joan Martínez and Alexis Ciria will be on the bench against Espanyol.

"We don't have an overly large squad. I like working with a maximum of 22 players. It will be their turn, and many others too, to motivate La Fábrica," the Madrid strategist concluded.

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