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Real Madrid midfielder Endrick could seize an opportunity to revive his career while Brazilian star Vinicius Junior serves a suspension. Vinicius faces a four-game ban for violent conduct and his dissent towards a referee during Madrid's 1-0 win over Villarreal. Endrick could capitalize on the absence of his international teammate, having already proven himself during a recent Champions League match.

Replacing Vinicius in Madrid's 4-3 comeback victory against Roma, Endrick scored the third goal and registered his second contribution of the season. The 20-year-old demonstrated greater threat and defensive impact than Vinicius, making three recoveries, one more than his Brazilian counterpart despite fewer playing minutes. Endrick has had a challenging start to his Madrid career, playing only 35 minutes across all competitions since joining in 2024.

His loan spell at Lyon last season further highlights his difficulties in securing regular game time. However, Jose Mourinho favors Endrick, refusing to let him leave last summer despite interest from other clubs. The Palmeiras product provides a unique attacking dimension with his movement in the penalty box and quick shooting, offering a different balance alongside Kylian Mbappe and Yan Diomande.

While Arda Guler is another potential replacement, he lacks Endrick's attacking threat. Mourinho would likely prefer Guler playing behind a striker, where he can create chances and make late runs into the box. Endrick eagerly anticipates more playing time and Mourinho's trust in the coming weeks.