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Playing times are undoubtedly the most telling data to discuss the situations of Arda Güler and Endrick. In 2025, the two young players only played 90 minutes each against Minera (5-0), a 4th division club, in the round of 16 of the Copa del Rey. The Turk also took the opportunity to score a double that day, reminding Carlo Ancelotti that he can count on him on the days he is called up. The Brazilian gave a decent performance but came up against the good performance of the opposing goalkeeper. He has stagnated at two small goals in all competitions since the start of the season (in 16 appearances).
The rest of the time, that is to say against Valencia in La Liga, and especially against Mallorca and Barcelona in the Spanish Super Cup, the young shoots remained on the bench, once again. A.S. expresses their concerns and draws up a simple observation. “The Phantom Replacements», headlines the newspaper affirming that they are losing ground on the rest of the workforce. The scenarios of the last meetings didn't help either. Real was led for a long time in Valencia (2-1 victory) and suffered a big disappointment against Barça (5-2 defeat). The success against Mallorca took time to take shape (3-0 success). Opportunities to bring them in are rare.
Ancelotti counts less and less on them
However, their work gives satisfaction to the Italian coach, who himself recognizes their progress, particularly in off-the-ball and defensive play. They are more at the service of the team but still victims of fierce competition. The performances of the Merengues, disappointing since the start of the season, are not helping to find a place either. And there is still no question of lending them during this winter transfer window. “Endrick will stay here, just like Güler. They may need more minutes, but I have no prejudice against anyone.recalled Carlo Ancelotti in December.
The situation of the two hopefuls is not new but it is getting bogged down. This evening against Celta de Vigo for the round of 16 of the Copa del Rey (9:30 p.m.), they should again be substitutes, even as the matches follow one another at a frantic pace with the return of the Champions League next week . Unfortunately, they are starting to get used to it. Endrick had already experienced a period without playing a quarter of the season while Güler (21 TCC appearances this season, 3 goals and 3 assists) had waited until the end of last season to continue… with some success.
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