Real Madrid’s costly substitute: Los Blancos star named among Europe’s high-profile benchwarmers

When in the squad of Carlo Ancelotti’s Real Madrid, it is fair to imagine that competition for places in the starting XI is always going to be high.

One Real Madrid has found this out first-hand, as he has been included in the TransferMarkt list of high-profile stars with the most minutes spent on the bench.

Brazilian youngster Endrick is the man in question, as the 18-year-old has spent only 55 minutes on the pitch for Real Madrid, despite having made eight appearances for the club.

Endrick is the only player from La Liga to feature on the list, with the rest of the XI being made up of stars from the Premier League and Bundesliga.

This is a real eye-opener for fans of Real Madrid, who must now be anticipating that their young prospect may have to head out on loan if he is to see regular football.

Endrick’s situation may also serve as an eye-opener for other young stars who have the chance to move to the Spanish capital, as they may think twice if the move may just see them warm the bench every week.

GSFN | Ciaran Currie