Real Madrid: Xabi Alonso plays Endrick for the first time this season

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By: Nicolas Gerbault

A beam of light appeared again for Endrick. Out of Xabi Alonso’s plans since the start of the season, the 19-year-old striker played his first minutes this Saturday evening, replacing Kylian MbappĂ© against Valencia. We therefore had to wait 14 matches for the Brazilian to step onto the pitch this season.

Although he only came into play in the 79th minute, the Brazilian international stood out in several situations, notably by causing a free kick on the edge of the opponent’s area. Note that his entry comes at a time when rumors of departure are becoming more and more insistent. As a reminder, Endrick could arrive at OL this winter in the form of a loan in order to get back on track and obtain his place at the World Cup.