’s first year at has not been an ideal one by any means. It’s a normal adaptation process, one that and also went through when they arrived from Brazil. However, has found his place to express himself freely in the Copa del Rey, an ideal showcase where he can continue to shine… and where his future at may be determined.

In fact, looking at it from a broader perspective, ’s numbers in his first season at are quite positive… especially considering he is the player with the least involvement in the squad, only ahead of . “If you want to succeed at , it’s customary to spend some time on the bench,” said . , who has been called up for all 48 matches has played this season, has had a slightly under 500 minutes of playtime, spread across 28 matches.

However, his numbers show that he has scored six goals, making him the sixth-highest scorer on the roster, tied with , who has played 1300 more minutes this season. His conversion rate is impressive, as has needed only 32 shots to score six goals, averaging a goal every 82 minutes. “Beyond the competition, lacks nothing to play,” said .

Of those six goals, four have come in the Copa del Rey, making him the top scorer for in this competition. His goal in the first leg against put ahead in the tie. These accomplishments may have been enough to convince to start him tonight in a match where is fighting to reach the final.

“I’m very happy with him; whenever I’ve been able to give him minutes, he’s made the most of them. I see him motivated, and tomorrow he might have the opportunity because he’s done very well in the Copa del Rey,” said ahead of the match. Therefore, after expressing his concern about not being able to play in the for Brazil due to a lack of minutes, Endrick must seize his chance against Real Sociedad to continue proving himself at Real Madrid.