Endrick (foto: Uradni Twitter profil kluba/zveze)
Young Brazilian star Endrick, who turned heads with his impressive performances at Palmeiras, is on the cusp of a significant career move.
With Palmeiras, Endrick clinched the Brazilian championship last year, contributing 11 goals. This year, although Palmeiras had a slower start in the domestic league, they remain unbeaten in the Copa Libertadores, with Endrick scoring four goals across all competitions. He has also made a notable impact on the Brazilian national team, scoring twice in his first four appearances.
Endrick will not complete the current season with Palmeiras. Instead, he will join Real Madrid in June, as Brazilian regulations prevent minors from leaving the country. Real Madrid secured Endrick's signature for a record 60 million euros, the highest transfer fee ever paid to a Brazilian club.
In a recent interview with Spanish publication As, Endrick shared insights into his professional life and the anticipation surrounding his move to Real Madrid.
"I train with my club, eat properly, focus on individual recovery and injury prevention, and mostly stay at home playing video games or spending time with my brother. I don't have much time to post on social media, let alone read everything I receive," Endrick explained.
Endrick highlighted the importance of having fellow Brazilians Vinicius Junior and Rodrygo at Real Madrid to help him adjust.
"Meeting the biggest club in the world is a dream for anyone who loves football. For me, it was a dream come true. I have a good relationship with Vinicius and Rodrygo. They are young Brazilians who have adapted very well to the city, the club, and the style of play in Spain. Their stories are inspiring and will help me a lot. I know it's mandatory to be European champions if you're at Real. The Champions League is a tournament Madrid always thinks about, and the team should start the season with that goal," he said.
When asked about winning the Ballon d'Or and why he chose Real Madrid over Barcelona and PSG, Endrick stated: "The Ballon d'Or is a consequence of success. I know it's not the most important thing. The club is always more important. Regarding my club choice, it wasn't even a choice. Madrid has always been my dream. I didn't have to choose; I just fulfilled my dream."
Endrick also refrained from naming the best player at Real Madrid: "In the best team in the world, anyone can surprise in any match. It's impossible to say who the best player is in a club like this. Real always has three or four players who could be considered the best in the world."
He emphasized the importance of teamwork and titles: "In a winning team, no player is a threat to another. The best club in the world always seeks the best players in every position. Competing alongside great players will only motivate me to improve, reach a higher level, and win more titles because titles are the most important goals for the club."
Endrick's move to Real Madrid marks the beginning of a new chapter in his young career, where he aims to fulfill his dreams and contribute to the success of one of the world's most prestigious football clubs.