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Xabi Alonso has made a promise to Endrick, key for his future: 'The best...'

He wanted to address his current situation amid the doubts that are arising

Endrick is in the United States training under Xabi Alonso's orders, although he can't play. The injury he suffered at the end of the league season kept him off the field in the Club World Cup. However, he can't relax since his future at the club is uncertain.

Gonzalo's performances are causing a sensation, and he's also an important player. Against Borussia, he scored again, and he already has 4 goals and is one of the top scorers in the tournament. This makes him a player who could be earning a spot for next season.

Two players from Real Madrid celebrate on the field by high-fiving.
Mbappé high-fiving Endrick during a substitution | Real Madrid Confidencial

Xabi Alonso knows that he'll have to handle the situation with both strikers carefully. That's why he wanted to talk to Endrick and has conveyed his intentions regarding the future. He wants him to stay because he's going to contribute a lot to the team and also to his tactical plans.

The Basque coach believes that having another type of striker could be very important throughout the season. That's why he told him that the best thing is for him to stay with the team, at least until the winter transfer window. In January, if he hasn't had much playing time, they'd consider his departure again.

Endrick will have to choose between his dream and reality

Endrick's great dream is still to succeed at Real Madrid and he'll keep fighting to achieve it. However, he knows that in 2026 there's a national teams World Cup that could be decisive. He also wants to be with the Canarinha at that event and for that, he needs to play.

A player in a white Real Madrid jersey celebrating on the field.
Endrick with his arms wide open celebrating a goal for Real Madrid | Real Madrid Confidencial

Right now, this is his main concern when it comes to making a decision for next season. That's why it's possible that during the first part of the season, he will stay at Real Madrid. He'll see what role he has with Xabi Alonso and if he gets a lot of continuity.

If that doesn't happen and he sees that he doesn't get many minutes, he could make a decision about his season. In the winter transfer window, they'll reconsider whether to look for a loan where he can get a lot more playing time. Everything is hanging in the air and Xabi will have to handle it very carefully.

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