'They need to learn' - Carlo Ancelotti explains lack of game time for Endrick and Arda Guler as Real Madrid boss insists he has no prejudices against young players

The young duo have shown real promise at Madrid, with Endrick in particular attracting interest for a potential loan in the January transfer window. But speaking ahead of the club's Champions League match against Atalanta on Tuesday, Ancelotti has insisted the pair aren't for sale and "need to learn" how to become Los Blancos regulars.

Hailed the 'Turkish Messi', Guler has dazzled fans for club and country during his fledgling career, while Endrick's performances have seen him break into the Brazilian national team this year. But according to Ancelotti, patience remains crucial to their development at this early stage in their respective careers.

Asked about the lack of playing time for Guler and Endrick, Ancelotti said neither would be going anywhere come January.

“Endrick stays here, just like Guler," he said. "They may need more minutes, but I don’t have any prejudices with anyone. I only try to put the best players out there for each match, regardless of whether they are 18 or 40 years old. Sometimes, that might mean playing without Endrick or Guler. We need to be patient with young players. They bring enthusiasm, but because they’re young, they also need to learn some things."

Both Guler and Endrick will be vying for game time on Tuesday night when Ancelotti's side travel to Bergamo for a Champions League clash with Serie A side Atalanta, the winners of last season's UEFA Europa League.