Carlo Ancelotti has suggested Brazilian wonderkid Endrick is not ready to make the difference for Real Madrid amid the striker's lack of playing time.

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• Endrick limited to one start for Madrid
• Ancelotti quizzed on his lack of playing time
• Coach gave sharp response to journalist

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  WHAT HAPPENED?

  Endrick has clocked in just 58 minutes of playing time across nine La Liga matches and has started just one match in all competitions since joining Madrid from Palmeiras in the summer.

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  WHAT ANCELOTTI SAID

  Asked if the 18-year-old will be trusted to start when Madrid face Getafe on Sunday, Ancelotti interrupted the question, saying: "Endrick will play when I think he is the ideal player to win the game."

• THE BIGGER PICTURE

  The Brazil international's lack of playing time has resulted in reports of a possible loan move in January, with Southampton and Roma said to be interested. Madrid are not planning on letting him leave just yet, however.

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  WHAT NEXT FOR ENDRICK?

  Ancelotti gave no indication he will give Endrick the nod to start on Sunday, but he will hope to make an impact if he gets a chance.

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