Real Madrid is facing a real dilemma this summer regarding the choice of a substitute striker for star Kylian Mbappe, as both Brazilian Endrick and academy graduate Gonzalo Garcia compete for this role, with the club wanting to rely on only one player in this position.

According to the Spanish newspaper "AS", Real Madrid prefers not to keep both players in the first team for the new season, to avoid freezing one of them on the bench, which could negatively affect their development, especially since they are at a young age and need continuous participation.

Endrick refuses the idea of going out on loan and insists on staying within the team, even though his first season did not meet expectations, and he suffered a setback due to an injury while participating with the team in the United States.

On the other hand, Gonzalo excelled remarkably in the FIFA Club World Cup, winning the golden boot, which made him a target for several English clubs, but he informed his agents that his priority is to stay with Real Madrid.

The royal club has not yet made its final decision, which is reflected in the postponement of the announcement regarding the holder of the number 9 jersey, which became vacant after Mbappe's arrival. Negotiations are currently underway to renew Gonzalo's contract, which expires in two seasons, and includes a release clause of 50 million euros, to officially grant him the status of a first-team player and at the salary level.

The final decision remains in the hands of the club's management and coach Xabi Alonso, to determine the identity of the striker who will complete the team's roster for the upcoming season.