Real Madrid Confidencial Real Madrid has scheduled 2 'signings' for September and Xabi smiles
Two signings could be the key for Xabi this season and will arrive in September
The season has started for Madrid, with Xabi who seems more focused on trying out different pieces than already having a set idea. Because of this, we have seen how he has experimented with different moves in the starting eleven, and this could keep changing in September. The Merengue coach seems happy with the addition of two players, Endrick and Mendy, for next month.
In the case of the Frenchman, expectations are somewhat lower than those for the Brazilian, who has inherited the number 9 on his back and is already feeling the pressure. However, Alonso will have the chance to try to get the full-back back to his best level with the competition ahead of him.
2 returns for September
Endrick has been a player who, in the few minutes he was able to play last season, was extremely effective, with a much more secondary role than desired. Clearly, with the coaching change, he is expected to have a much bigger role under Xabi. In addition, the directors have bet on him to wear a very significant number like 9, which clearly shows their trust in him.
Meanwhile, things are different for the full-back, since even though they expect him to contribute to the squad, he is not expected to be a starter. His defensive quality has kept him at the club as a very important element, but his injuries have kept him away from that starting role. Now, with Xabi in charge, he might be able to get his career back on track for a possible departure.
What is clear is that these two players could be the big reinforcement in 2 crucial positions that Alonso could turn to at any moment. Still, a starting spot doesn't seem to be on the coach's mind with these names in the mix.
They will have to fight hard
To earn a spot on the team, even as substitutes, they will have to work very hard with all the competition currently in the squad. Clearly, it will not be an easy task, with Endrick especially facing the toughest battle against players like Mastantuono, Gonzalo, Mbappé, Vinicius, and others. However, the most important thing must be to contribute to the team in whatever role is possible. If these players understand it that way, there might be room for them this season.
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