Real Madrid Confidencial Gonzalo already knows Real Madrid's decision, Xabi Alonso gives the OK
The academy graduate's future has been decided after the decision approved by Xabi
Gonzalo has been the great revelation of the Club World Cup with his performances for Real Madrid. He scored 4 goals, some as important as those against Al Hilal or Juventus. He has also shown great work both on and off the ball, pressing and making runs.
Xabi Alonso has taken good note of all this, as we confirmed at Defensa Central, and he wanted to try him out. The Tolosa native asked for a striker upon his arrival at Real Madrid and set his sights on the academy player. He wanted to see firsthand the performance he could deliver with the first team.
He is very pleased with him, but that has now shifted the spotlight to Endrick and what will happen. Despite the rumors, the Brazilian reportedly expressed his desire to stay with the white team. If that happens, it could have significant consequences for this season.
According to information from Cadena SER, Gonzalo could end up leaving this transfer window. If Endrick chooses to stay and fight for minutes with the white squad, the academy player would be the one to pack his bags, although a new destination will be sought for him in the form of a loan.
Xabi Alonso asked for a striker but accepts the decision made by Real Madrid
One of the requests Xabi Alonso made upon arriving at Real Madrid was to bring in a center forward. He wanted a box striker who could have a strong presence near the opponent's goal. After the World Cup, Gonzalo had convinced him, but right now there are doubts.
It is true that the academy player's stats show his impact on the Merengue team is very positive. But keeping both him and the Brazilian could be counterproductive for both. They would have to split minutes, and that could hinder their development.
For this reason, even though he is not the same profile he had requested, Xabi accepts Gonzalo's departure. Endrick is not so much a box player, but rather has mobility and often drifts wide. However, he has also shown a special knack for finding goals at the slightest opportunity.
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