In a poignant moment for Real Madrid fans, young Brazilian star Endrick shared an emotional message for outgoing manager Carlo Ancelotti following the Italian’s final match in charge of the Spanish giants. The 2-0 victory over Real Sociedad at the Santiago Bernabéu on May 24, 2025, marked the end of Ancelotti’s illustrious second spell with the club, as he prepares to take the helm of the Brazilian national team. While Endrick was sidelined by a hamstring injury and unable to play in the match, his words resonated deeply with fans and highlighted the profound impact Ancelotti had on the young forward’s early career.
Endrick, the 18-year-old prodigy who joined Real Madrid in December 2022, took to social media to express his gratitude. “Thank you, Mister, for everything you’ve done for me and for this club,” he wrote. “Your belief in me, even in tough moments, gave me strength to grow. You are a legend, and I wish you all the success with Brazil. We’ll meet again soon!” The message, posted on X, quickly gained traction, with fans praising the maturity and sincerity of the young striker, who is seen as a cornerstone of Madrid’s future.
Ancelotti’s departure comes after a trophyless season, a rare misstep for a manager who has won 15 trophies across two spells with Real Madrid, including three Champions League titles and two LaLiga crowns. Despite the lack of silverware in the 2024-25 campaign, Ancelotti’s legacy remains untarnished. His final match was an emotional affair, with the Bernabéu crowd paying tribute through video highlights displayed on the stadium’s giant screens, showcasing his six-year tenure. Ancelotti, visibly moved, later remarked that the emotion of the farewell surpassed even the thrill of winning the Champions League.
Endrick’s absence from the final match due to injury was a blow, as Ancelotti had been cautiously nurturing the teenager’s development. Critics, including some within the club, had questioned Ancelotti’s limited use of young talents like Endrick and Arda Guler this season, but the manager’s supporters argue his approach was designed to protect their growth amid a grueling campaign marred by injuries. Endrick, who featured sparingly due to a crowded forward line including Kylian Mbappé, Vinícius Jr., and Rodrygo, showed no resentment in his message, instead focusing on the guidance and confidence Ancelotti instilled in him.
The Italian’s move to Brazil, where he will replace Dorival Júnior as national team coach starting May 26, 2025, adds another layer of significance to Endrick’s words. As a Brazilian international, Endrick is likely to work with Ancelotti again, potentially as early as June’s World Cup qualifiers against Ecuador and Paraguay. Ancelotti’s appointment marks a historic moment, as he becomes Brazil’s first full-time foreign coach in a century, tasked with leading the Seleção to a sixth World Cup title in 2026.