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Sources: Real Madrid veteran set for summer departure as Florentino Perez makes decision
Lucas Vazquez’s journey at Real Madrid seems to be approaching its conclusion, with reports from Fichajes suggesting that club president Florentino Perez has already decided not to renew his contract beyond this season.
Despite being one of the club’s longest-serving players and having considerable influence in the dressing room, his future appears increasingly uncertain.
At 33 years old, Vazquez’s contract is set to expire in June. What makes his situation even more telling is the absence of any active negotiations for a renewal.
This lack of dialogue about a new deal strongly hints that Real Madrid are ready to move on without him.
Has been inconsistent
Vazquez’s performances this season have been inconsistent, and even the extended break during the international fixtures didn’t provide him with the form required to impress Carlo Ancelotti.
In a recent match against Leganes, Real Madrid edged out a 3-2 victory, but his display was far from convincing.
Ancelotti’s decision to substitute him and bring on Federico Valverde as a makeshift right-back was a clear message that Vazquez is no longer considered essential.
Then there is TAA
What further complicates Vazquez’s future at Real Madrid is the expected arrival of Trent Alexander-Arnold. The English right-back is anticipated to join the club as part of a major overhaul in the defensive line.
With his arrival, the likelihood of Vazquez retaining his position diminishes even more.
Meanwhile, the Spaniard has already hinted that he is exploring various possibilities regarding his future. From continuing his career in another league to considering retirement, all options seem to be on the table.
Several clubs have reportedly expressed interest in acquiring his services, including teams from Saudi Arabia, the MLS, and Spanish sides like Mallorca and Espanyol.
Whether he chooses to pursue one final challenge abroad, join another La Liga side, or retire from the sport altogether, one thing is certain—his contributions to Real Madrid over the years will be remembered fondly.
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Real Madrid youngster’s agent shuts down January exit rumours: ‘Everything being said is completely false’
Endrick’s future at Real Madrid has been the subject of growing speculation, with questions continuing to surround the Brazilian forward’s role at the Santiago Bernabeu.
After all, the 20-year-old centre-forward finds himself behind Kylian Mbappe and summer signing Carlos Espi in the pecking order under Jose Mourinho.
While he can also play on the right flank, there is serious competition in that position as well with Arda Guler, Brahim Diaz, and Yan Diomande all ahead.
As such, recent reports media have suggested that the youngster could leave the club, either on a permanent transfer or a loan, in search of more regular playing time. There have also been suggestions of unrest between the player and the staff.
Amidst all this, links with several top clubs across Europe, including Premier League champions Arsenal, have surfaced.
However, the player’s representatives insist that the situation is very different from the picture being painted.
Endrick has not asked to leave
Indeed, Thiago Freitas, Endrick’s agent, has spoken to 365Scores to clarify the reports surrounding his client’s future.
Freitas categorically denied the claims and confirmed that Endrick has not asked to leave Real Madrid and has no current desire to look for another club.
“Endrick has not asked to leave the club and has never told me that he wants to look for another opportunity to play,” Freitas said, as quoted by AS.
“Everything that is being said about this is completely false and nothing like that has happened,” the Brazilian international’s agent added.
The comments provide a clear response to the growing speculation surrounding the Brazilian’s situation.
Endrick continues to work for his opportunity
Since arriving at the Santiago Bernabeu, Endrick has continued to work hard to demonstrate his goalscoring ability, despite having had limited opportunities on the pitch.
Having endured a difficult initiation under Carlo Ancelotti and then struggling for prominence under Xabi Alonso, Endrick spent the second half of the last season at Lyon, where he excelled.
Since returning to the Santiago Bernabeu in the summer, the young attacker has had some physical issues which have hampered him from gaining prominence.
But manager Mourinho, who blocked the player’s summer exit, is understood to count on him.
And, for now, according to his agent, Endrick’s focus remains firmly on Real Madrid rather than finding a way out of the club.
