At the beginning of his managerial journey with Real Madrid, Xabi Alonso encountered real challenges in reshaping the squad. While the focus was initially on potential new signings, the evaluation of the existing roster quickly became just as critical. One of the biggest hurdles? Making decisive calls on players who were expected to play pivotal roles—but whose performances told a different story.
Behind the scenes, one young player, in particular, stirred internal debate. Despite being widely regarded as a top talent, his performance and attitude during training sessions reportedly fell short of Alonso’s expectations. This prompted serious discussions about excluding him from the upcoming season’s plans—or sending him out on loan to reignite his development.
Related topics
The player in question is Endrick, the highly anticipated Brazilian prospect. When Alonso arrived at the club, Endrick was viewed as a promising piece of the project. However, recent developments have shown a marked decline in both form and commitment, especially following the arrival of new competition for his position. This shift has greatly diminished his chances of regular playing time or breaking into the starting XI.
Sources close to the club suggest that Real Madrid is now seriously weighing the option of loaning Endrick to a team where he can secure consistent minutes—offering him a platform to grow away from the intense spotlight of the Santiago Bernabéu. Several clubs are believed to have already expressed interest, but the final decision will be made by senior management in close consultation with Alonso.
This move would underscore Alonso’s clear vision: building a disciplined, fully committed squad where work ethic is just as important as raw talent. In his philosophy, natural ability must be matched by determination and alignment with the team’s tactical and professional standards.
While Endrick’s future at Real Madrid may still hold promise, it seems increasingly likely that his next step will take him away from the Spanish capital—at least for now. The coming weeks could bring a major shift in the young star’s journey, offering a fresh start in an environment better suited to his current stage of development.
