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Endrick has sought solace in the sands of Morocco, with the Real Madrid outcast taking his mind off his Bernabeu woes with a trip to the North African country during the international break.
The 19-year-old, having struggled to impress during his debut campaign under Carlo Ancelotti, has failed to win over new boss Xabi Alonso, with the Brazilian failing to make a single appearance in the past five months.
Unsurprisingly, Endrick was not included in Brazil's squad for the international break and, instead of despairing in Madrid, the youngster has headed to Morocco to unwind.
He was pictured alongside new wife Gabriely Miranda, 24, while the pair were sat on cushions inside a tent, with an array of lit candles sat on a nearby table adding to the romantic atmosphere.
Endrick last featured for Madrid on May 18, where he picked up a hamstring injury during the team's 2-0 win at Sevilla. As a result, he missed the Club World Cup and vital time to bond with new manager Alonso.
'There is a lot of competition now, in his position and in the surrounding areas as well,' Alonso said before the international window. 'His time will come.'
Endrick has travelled to Morocco to take his mind off his Real Madrid woes
The Brazilian took a trip through the desert with his wife, Gabriely Miranda, 24
The 19-year-old has not played a single minute of football in the past five months
During his time injured, academy youngster Gonzalo Garcia seized his opportunity to shine, winning the Golden Boot at the Club World Cup with four goals in six games.
Endrick decided to fly out to the United States in an effort to get to know his new coach and stay close to the team, but in his first training session back he suffered a recurrence of the same injury, adding more time to his spell on the sidelines.
However, despite being available to play since the start of September, Alonso has not seen fit to call upon the youngster, despite him being given the club's iconic No 9 shirt over the summer.
With the World Cup fast approaching and time running out to win a place in Ancelotti's squad, Endrick may consider a change of environment in the January transfer window.
According to reports, the 19-year-old has been linked with a move to Italian giants Juventus. The Old Lady were reportedly one of a number of clubs monitoring Endrick during the summer window, alongside heavyweight clubs in Germany, Spain and Italy.
A move away would seemingly benefit Endrick, and Madrid legend Guti has encouraged the Brazilian to seek pastures new.
'If he doesn't get any opportunities between now and December, I think his best option is to leave so he can continue to grow,' he said.
He is hoping to win over Brazil boss Carlo Ancelotti, who was reluctant to give him a chance while he was Madrid manager
'For a young player, the best thing is to get playing time.
'What could be decisive? Well, you never know. There are always injuries and moments where the coach bets on you, but that doesn't seem to be his priority right now.'
Despite his lack of action, Endrick has proven decisive when given the opportunity.
The Brazilian has scored seven goals in his 847 minutes of playing time for Madrid - equating to an average of 0.74 goals every 90 minutes.
