Xabi Alonso’s Real Madrid show clear identity changes per the data. Spanish outlet, Diario AS, provided insight using Wyscout data compiled by BeSoccer, which showed Madrid’s counter-pressing and control have replaced the need for ground coverage or more running.

Madrid agreed to a package worth a huge €60 million (£52.3 million, $69.7 million) to sign Endrick in 2022, with FIFA rules meaning he could not join up with his new side until 2024. Despite arriving with an incredibly high potential, the teenage striker has found minutes incredibly hard to come by.

He’s made eight appearances for Spain, 89 for Barca and on Sunday will play in his sixth Clasico against Real Madrid. He says they will be “out for revenge” after Barca beat their biggest rivals four times last term on the way to a domestic treble. But that doesn’t bother him. Cubarsi is quite possibly the calmest head around.

Real Madrid have decided to let Endrick leave on loan in the January transfer window, and that would be a mistake from manager Xabi Alonso.

The 19-year-old has not featured for Madrid at any point this season.  Sitting on the bench in seven games after recovering from a thigh injury. Earlier this year, Leipzig were linked with a move for Endrick,

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