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Endrick’s Father Goes Biblical As Real Madrid Tension Peaks After Controversial Red Card

Endrick’s Father Goes Biblical As Real Madrid Tension Peaks After Controversial Red Card

Real Madrid’s crisis spiraled even further on Sunday as teenage sensation Endrick received a stunning red card—without even stepping onto the pitch. The 19-year-old Brazilian, already starved of minutes under Xabi Alonso, saw his frustration boil over during the defeat to Celta Vigo. What followed was an emotional, biblical defense from his father that has intensified speculation of a January exit.

Sent Off From The Bench: A Meltdown At The Bernabéu

The Santiago Bernabéu atmosphere was already sour as Madrid fell 2-0 behind, but the chaos wasn’t limited to the pitch. Endrick, once expected to be the future of the club’s attack, was dismissed for dissent after directing heated words toward the fourth official.

With Fran Garcia and Alvaro Carreras also seeing red, Endrick’s dismissal was the third of the night—but arguably the most symbolic. Despite being one of the brightest young talents in football, he has played fewer than 20 minutes of LaLiga football under Alonso. Sunday’s emotional outburst felt like the breaking point.

The suspension only further isolates the young forward, deepening concerns about his role and future at the club.

A Father’s Fury: “He That Shall Humble Himself Shall Be Exalted”

Douglas Ramos, Endrick’s father, wasted no time defending his son. He posted a photo of Endrick on the bench alongside a verse from Matthew 23:12:

“And whosoever shall exalt himself shall be humbled; and he that shall humble himself shall be exalted.”

A powerful message—and a pointed one.

This isn’t the first time the family has hinted at internal frustrations. Previously, Ramos claimed that some at the club were trying to “dim” the young striker’s light. His posts consistently affirm his belief that Endrick will shine, but the subtext is hard to ignore: the family feels the club isn’t doing enough to nurture him.

Frozen Out By Xabi Alonso: Tactical Decision Or Personal Rift?

Endrick’s relationship with Xabi Alonso appears strained at best. Despite arriving with enormous hype, the teenager hasn’t started a single league match under the coach. Instead, Alonso has opted for Kylian Mbappé in a central role, or even academy striker Gonzalo García as backup.

Analysts point to concerns about Endrick’s positional discipline, but with Real Madrid’s attack misfiring and morale low, many fans think this is less tactical—and more dysfunctional man-management.

When frustration leads to a red card from the bench, the spotlight inevitably turns to the coach’s handling of young talent.

January Exit Rumours Intensify

With the World Cup approaching and Endrick slipping further out of favour, the whispers of a January loan move have grown louder. Clubs across Europe—and even Lyon and Manchester United—are reportedly monitoring the situation closely.

Whether Alonso can repair the relationship or another club swoops in remains to be seen, but one thing is certain: the drama around Endrick is far from over.