Palmeiras striker Endrick says he isn't panicking after losing his first team status this season.

Endrick will join Real Madrid next summer, but is struggling currently in Brazil.

But he insists, "I don't have anxiety, I'm not angry because I don't play. I had a conversation with the coach and he calmed me down. I don't have any anxiety about playing or not playing. The important thing is to work.

"I am in the hands of God. I don't have time for protests, I'm just grateful for the time spent on this Earth. I do what I like, which is to play football. I'm training, I'm looking for my space. I'm a bit sad not to play, but I have to control myself.

"I have to thank God because he is with me every day, every night. If I could I would ask the press not to speak, but that's what we players go through. Life outside crucifies us. I will continue to train and to play."