Brazilian star Endrick is facing a decisive period in his career following his return to Real Madrid after a loan spell with Olympique Lyonnais. His future at the Santiago Bernabeu now appears wide open to all possibilities.
A Frank Conversation with Mourinho
According to the Spanish newspaper AS, manager Jose Mourinho held a frank and direct meeting with the 20-year-old striker. During the session, the Portuguese coach explained his vision for Endrick’s role next season, ultimately giving him the freedom to choose the best step for his career.
Mourinho clearly informed the player that securing a starting spot would be incredibly difficult. This is primarily due to Real Madrid’s reliance on Kylian Mbappé as the undisputed pure striker, coupled with the recent signing of Carlos Espí.
Even the departure of Gonzalo Garcia did not improve Endrick’s chances as initially expected, prompting the Brazilian to study incoming offers in search of a team that can guarantee him regular playing time.
Premier League and Serie A Interest
AS Roma and Aston Villa stand out as the most prominent clubs interested in securing his services. Meanwhile, Manchester United has recently joined the list of clubs monitoring his situation, though they have yet to submit an official offer.
A Glimpse at His Madrid and Lyon Stats
Real Madrid originally signed Endrick from Palmeiras for an initial fee of €35 million, with performance-related variables that could raise the total deal to around €60 million. The young forward has made 40 appearances for the Royal Club, scoring 7 goals, and won both the Intercontinental Cup and the UEFA Super Cup.
Endrick successfully regained his brilliant form during his loan at Olympique Lyonnais last season. He registered 8 goals and 7 assists in 21 matches, a stellar performance that earned him a recall to the Brazilian national team to participate in the 2026 World Cup.
Currently, Endrick is keen on choosing a sporting project that guarantees his continuous development and playing time on the pitch, while Real Madrid patiently awaits his final decision to determine the exact formula for his potential exit.
