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What’s going on with Endrick, Real Madrid’s newest acquisition?

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Real Madrid’s new signing Endrick has had an interesting start to his career with the Spanish giants. The Brazilian midfielder was sign from Flamengo in the summer of 2022 for a reported fee of €40 million, and he arrived with high expectations.

However, things have not gone as smoothly as many Madrid fans would have hoped. Endrick was initially sideline due to a minor injury. But he made his debut in a La Liga game against Getafe in September 2022. He played well in that match, showing flashes of his potential. He was substitute off in the second half with what looked like a more serious injury.

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Unfortunately, it was later revealed that Endrick had torn his ACL, and he was expected to be out for several months. This was a huge blow for both the player and the club, as Real Madrid had high hopes for him this season.

Despite the setback, Endrick remained positive and determined to come back stronger. He underwent successful surgery and began the long road to recovery, working hard in the gym and on the training pitch to regain his fitness.

What happened to Endrick

After several months of rehabilitation, Endrick finally made his return to action in February 2023. He came on as a substitute in a Copa del Rey game against Leganes, and although he looked a bit rusty, he showed glimpses of his quality and helped his team to a 2-0 victory.

Endrick’s return was a huge boost for Real Madrid. Who had been struggling in midfield without him. His ability to drive forward with the ball and create chances for his teammates was sorely miss. His return gave the team a much-needed lift.

Since then, Endrick has gradually been getting more game time, and he has started to show why Real Madrid were so keen to sign him in the first place. He has impressed in both La Liga and the Champions League, scoring a crucial goal in a 2-1 win over Manchester United in the Round of 16.

Endrick’s performances have also caught the eye of the Brazilian national team. He has recently called up to represent his country for the first time. This is a huge honour for the young midfielder. It shows just how highly he is rated in the footballing world.

Overall, while Endrick’s start to life at Real Madrid was disrupt by injury. He has shown great resilience and determination to come back stronger. He has the potential to be a key player for the club for many years to come, and his return to form is a huge boost for the team as they look to challenge for domestic and European honours.

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