Real Madrid forward Endrick Felipe is still waiting perhaps with increasing impatience, for an opportunity this season. The 19-year-old Brazilian remains without a single appearance this season under Xabi Alonso, despite having recovered from his hamstring injury over a month ago.

It was not an ideal start for the Brazilian under Alonso, injuring his hamstring just weeks before the Basque manager arrived. After a relapse in his recovery, Endrick missed the entirety of the Club World Cup, spending a total of four months on the sidelines. Due to the lack of opportunities, Endrick is now the subject of speculation for a loan move.

Favourite for Endrick loan emerges in La Liga

Numerous clubs have been linked with Endrick over recent weeks, with Olympique Marseille, Manchester United, Newcastle United, Brighton, Aston Villa, West Ham United, Juventus, Real Sociedad and Valencia all credited with interest in him. However The Daily Briefing explain that while the Red Devils appreciate Endrick’s talents, they are unlikely to move for him as things stand.

Their information is that the favourite for his signature is Real Sociedad. Los Blancos are keen for the teenage forward to get experience in La Liga, and have a good relationship with La Real from recent deals between the clubs, including Martin Odegaard, Alvaro Odriozola, Asier Illarramendi and Takefusa Kubo. From Real Madrid’s perspective, they also have respect for La Real’s strong record of developing young talent.

Real Sociedad would likely give Endrick game time

Real Sociedad are currently struggling both generally and for goals. The Txuri-Urdin sit 18th, and are the joint-fourth lowest scorers in the division, with Sergio Francisco coming under increasing pressure. Endrick would likely get game time, with his raw nose for goal some of what La Real could use. Current options Orri Oskarsson and Umar Sadiq have shown little sign of turning around their goalscoring fortunes this season, with Mikel Oyarzabal often preferred through the middle.