Real Madrid attacking midfielder ready to step up in the absence of Vinicius Jr.

Real Madrid have found themselves grappling with the absence of several key players this season.

The international break once again engendered feelings of angst among the Madrid faithful as Vinicius Jr. and Eduardo Camavinga entered a long line of absentees for the Spanish giants.

However, amidst the flurry of injuries, a silver lining is present for the sidelined stars, allowing them to surface in the XI and prove their worth.

One of the players eager to utilize the deficiencies in attack is Brahim Diaz, especially after Vincius Jr’s injury.

Indeed, according to Mundo Deportivo Brahim has been given a chance to make an impression in light of the current situation.

Since arriving in Madrid from Milan, where he spent three seasons on loan, Brahim has struggled to break through into the team as a regular starter.

He has constantly been drip-fed minutes off the bench due to the immense competition ahead of him in the pecking order.

Early in the season, Vinicius endured an injury, paving the way for more involvement from the Spaniard, but he was largely ignored.

This time, however, the situation has changed. Not only is Ancelotti more keen on giving the attacking midfielder minutes, but his previous performances have indicated he is in fine nick.

Brahim has started Los Blancos’ last two games, and against Braga in the Champions League, he managed to stamp his name on the scoreboard.

As such, the consensus is that his participation is likely to increase considerably in the hopes that he can emulate Vinicius’ presence and decisiveness.

With Bellingham fighting to make a return to the XI by the time Real Madrid locks horns against Cadiz this weekend, Brahim will be looking to partner up with the goalscoring beast up front.