Xabi Alonso, regretful, is stunned by Endrick's debut in Lyon: 'It's shocking'

Over the weekend, beyond the celebration of the Spanish Super Cup final, many other very interesting details emerged. The most outstanding one, without a doubt, was Endrick's desired debut with Lyon, the team for which he will play on loan for the next six months. The Brazilian accepted a few weeks ago that he was not going to have opportunities under Xabi Alonso's command and decided to embark on a new adventure.

He did not lack options, because Endrick has enormous status in Europe due to his huge potential. However, Lyon offered him something that is worth gold for a young striker: continuity, minutes, and a context of trust. It is not a minor destination, it is a team that demands a lot, but that will also allow him to grow without the permanent spotlight of the Bernabéu.

The loan move also fits perfectly with Real Madrid's future plans. Even though Xabi has barely counted on Endrick, the hierarchy at the Bernabéu consider him a great project for the "9" position. Therefore, in order to satisfy all parties, Florentino Pérez included a secret clause in his loan to Lyon that is already bearing fruit.

The idea is as simple as it is intelligent: if Endrick plays 25 matches, the French club will not have to pay a single euro for his loan. It is a mechanism that pushes Lyon to field him, because every appearance becomes a sporting and financial investment at the same time. For Real Madrid it is a direct bet on his development.

Endrick debuts with a goal for Lyon to prove Florentino Pérez right

Endrick has already made his debut with Lyon and the outcome has been excellent, both in terms of impact and in terms of impressions. His first minutes left a very clear picture: he doesn't lack confidence. He scored his first goal, he took another five shots on target, and he hit the woodwork with another effort.

In Madrid, his performance has made noise, not only outside, but also inside the white locker room. Xabi Alonso, who did not count on him, did not expect Endrick to score in his first match with Lyon, but that is what happened. Now regret is born.

Now the most important thing remains: to sustain the level. If Endrick keeps that personality and keeps scoring goals, Xabi will have no choice but to accept his mistake. What is clear is that the Brazilian's loan at Lyon can be very beneficial for his future at the Bernabéu.