Endrick set for first start as Real Madrid host Alaves

After impressively scoring twice in five substitute appearances, he is set to make his first start for Los Blancos.

Manager Carlo Ancelotti hinted at the change last week, stating, "Endrick will start one of the next two games," leading many to believe the young talent would feature prominently against Alaves.

With Rodrygo Goes and Vinicius Junior rotated in recent matches, there is speculation that Kylian Mbappe will be preserved for the crucial Madrid derby on Sunday against Atletico Madrid, allowing Endrick the opportunity to shine.

The squad face challenges, with Dani Carvajal joining Dani Ceballos, Eduardo Camavinga, Brahim Diaz, and David Alaba on the injury list.

However, Ancelotti confirmed that Carvajal would return for the derby, paving the way for Lucas Vazquez and Aurelien Tchouameni to step up against Alaves.

Alaves enter the match with a recent boost in morale, having secured a 3-1 victory over Sevilla.

Currently sitting seventh in La Liga, they aim to maintain momentum against the Spanish giants, hoping to climb the table further while Real Madrid sought to reduce the gap with Barcelona.

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