Carlo Ancelotti says Endrick will have to continue biding his time for minutes at Real Madrid due to the quality of established options already at the coach's disposal. The 18-year-old Brazilian prodigy has featured in six games for Los Blancos in all competitions since his move from Palmeiras became official earlier this year,

Many questioned whether teenager Endrick could fit in with Real Madrid's main squad or if it would be better to send him out on loan or to the “B” team to gain experience.

On young teammate Endrick 's goal, Valverde laughed: "If Endrick had not scored that goal, I think I would have grabbed him in the dressing room and spoken to him, but he ended up showing that hunger that he has and that desire to succeed in this club.