The whole Endrick out-of-Real-Madrid saga has come to an end.
Well, many Real Madrid fans thought this summer that this was the end of the Brazilian at Real Madrid.
Endrick has decided to remain at Real Madrid for the upcoming season despite interest from Premier League clubs, with Jose Mourinho playing a key role in the Brazilian’s plans.
The 20-year-old has struggled for regular minutes since arriving at the Santiago Bernabeu, but he is now prepared to fight for his place under the new Madrid boss.
Xabi Alonso visibly didn’t trust the youngster enough. But Mourinho has plans.
Endrick’s future has been the subject of growing speculation, with Aston Villa among the clubs understood to have followed his situation closely.
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According to The Athletic, Real Madrid, Endrick and Mourinho have reached an internal agreement for the forward to remain with the club this season.
Mourinho is reportedly planning to give the Brazil international more opportunities on the right side of the attack.
That could provide Endrick with a route into the starting XI despite the competition for places in Madrid’s forward line.
Federico Valverde and new signing Bernardo Silva from Manchester City are not viewed as regular long-term options on the right-wing, potentially opening the door for Endrick to make an impact there.
The youngster will also remain an option through the middle, where he is expected to provide cover for Kylian Mbappe alongside new signing Carlos Espi.
What’s shocking is that Real Madrid have been without a trophy since 2024.
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It represents an important opportunity for Endrick after a difficult spell for regular minutes at Real Madrid.
Since arriving from Palmeiras in July 2024 in a deal worth an initial €35 million plus €25 million in potential add-ons, he has made 40 appearances for the club and scored seven goals.
His lack of consistent opportunities had already prompted a loan move to Lyon earlier this year, where he made a strong impression by scoring eight goals in 21 appearances across all competitions.
Premier League interest has remained, with Aston Villa among the clubs monitoring his development.
For now, though, Endrick’s focus appears to be on establishing himself in Madrid rather than finding another club.
His situation could be reassessed in January, but Mourinho’s plans give the Brazilian another chance to prove that he belongs at the Bernabeu.
Real Madrid begin their La Liga campaign against Espanyol on August 22, giving Endrick a fresh opportunity to show what he can offer under Mourinho.
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