Endrick earns praise from Xabi Alonso, set for more minutes at Real Madrid | OneFootball

The forward Endrick is expected to return to play for Real Madrid after more than four months off the field. The Academy Graduate, who has suffered two injuries in recent months, was praised by coach Xabi Alonso. The Spanish manager also spoke about the Merengue club's situation this season.

“Endrick is coming back from a long injury, but he has been training very well in the last three weeks. Now it will depend on the context of the match, to find a moment for him to play. He knows how to score goals, he doesn't need much space to shoot. He finishes very well and knows how to find those spaces. We have a lot of competition, but his time will come“, said Xabi Alonso, at a press conference.

The last time Endrick took to the field was on May 18, 2025, when Real beat Sevilla 2-0. The 19-year-old Brazilian was left out of the Club World Cup due to an injury. The Academy Graduate was included in the last four matches by Xabi Alonso.

Xabi Alonso and the pressure at Real Madrid

The commander of Real Madrid was also asked about the pressure he has been experiencing in recent days. The situation eased when Valverde, the team's midfielder, publicly complained about being improvised as a fullback.

“No player, neither Valverde, nor Rodrygo, nor Vini Jr., has ever told me that they don't want to play in a certain position. This has never happened; everyone wants to play. When they are not playing, they would like to be on the field. This is normal. Everyone is eager to play, and then it's up to me to decide what's best for the team. I want to make this clear”, said the coach about the players' positioning.

“We spend a lot of time together and we have that intimacy of preparing the games, celebrating the victories and feeling the pain of the defeats. This brings us closer and makes us very united. I have always perceived this trust and closeness with the players, knowing my place. But always with mutual respect and working side by side. This is fundamental for me”, he added.

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