The excitement around Real Madrid’s future is undeniable—and one of the brightest stars in that horizon is already pushing the limits to get back on the pitch.

Endrick, the 18-year-old Brazilian sensation, is making a stunning recovery from his recent hamstring injury, and manager Xabi Alonso has made it crystal clear: he wants him back in the squad, and soon.

“He’s still recovering, but we want him back soon. He’ll join us in the US for training.”
Those were the words from Alonso, who has taken the reins at the Santiago Bernabéu with a bold vision—one that firmly includes Endrick.

“Endrick is firmly in my plans, and I’m eager to have him back with us soon,” Alonso declared.

The teenage striker, hailed as one of the next great hopes of Brazilian football, suffered a hamstring tendon injury in his right leg on May 18, 2025. With a recovery timeline of approximately two months, most expected him to be sidelined throughout the summer preparations. But Endrick, true to his rising-star narrative, is rewriting expectations.
Originally scheduled to travel to the United States with the first-team squad, Endrick had to stay back in Madrid to prioritise his rehab. Real Madrid’s medical team opted to release him from all competitive pressure as he began his recovery process. That cautious approach seems to have paid off—spectacularly.
The young verdeamarelo center forward is already working with boots on at the training grounds of Real Madrid City. Not only is he back on the grass, but he is surpassing training routines with and without the ball—a massive sign of progress and determination.

The atmosphere around Valdebebas has shifted. What was once seen as a pre-season without the young forward is now buzzing with anticipation of his early return. Alonso’s endorsement adds further fuel to the fire: not only does the manager believe in Endrick, but he’s also carving out space for him in the project from Day One.

As the squad prepares for its US tour, fans may soon see Endrick join the group—not just as a hopeful prospect, but as an active contributor to Madrid’s present and future.

The message is loud and clear: Endrick is back in the spotlight, and Xabi Alonso wants him in the fight.