Real Madrid striker Endrick has had to deal with a lack of playing time during his debut season at the defending European champions.
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Endrick joined Madrid last summerHas found it tough to get minutesTeenager shared his feelings Follow GOAL on WhatsApp! 🟢📱WHAT HAPPENED?
Endrick, the latest young sensation to join Real Madrid from South America, voiced his feelings regarding his lack of playing time at the Santiago Bernabeu in his debut season, citing that while being a part of this club is a privilege, it comes with added pressure.
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It was never going to be easy for Endrick to find a regular role under Carlo Ancelotti, given that the Italian coach has an embarrassment of riches at his disposal in attack. Indeed, Real Madrid's front line is a powerhouse, featuring world-class talents like Kylian Mbappé, Vinícius Júnior and Rodrygo, each one a standout in their own right.
However, the 18-year-old Brazilian has shown what he's capable of in the short time he has spent on the pitch. In 401 minutes, Endrick has scored five goals, averaging a goal every 80 minutes. He even bailed out Los Blancos in the Copa del Rey Round of 16 against Celta Vigo, scoring two goals in extra time after full-time.
WHAT ENDRICK SAID
"Here I am playing with many talents who can be declared the best in the world," Endrick told UOL (h/t Football Espana). "It is incredible to have them all by my side, helping me, but I have to improve in every exercise to be at their level, not only in matches, but also in training.
"Being part of Real Madrid is an honour, but also a challenge."
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Endrick will be desperate to get some minutes in Real Madrid's next game, which they play against Girona at the Bernabeu on Sunday, February 23.