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The transfer market of Real Madrid keeps Endrick, a 20-year-old Brazilian forward, in the squad despite his 4 minutes played in the league this season, but they are already considering reviewing his situation in January. José Mourinho halted his move to Roma in the summer, although a loan deal might be reconsidered if his playing time doesn't increase, as reported by 'AS'.
This contrasts with his performance at the international level. With Brazil, Endrick started against Australia and played in the second game, where he provided an assist. In Madrid, after overcoming a preseason injury, he has been included in the squad for the last matches but has had little impact.
Real Madrid postpones the decision on Endrick
Endrick returned to Real Madrid after a loan spell at Lyon that ended with 8 goals and 5 assists in 21 matches, as reported by AS. That experience allowed him to gain playing time and earn a call-up to the Brazilian national team for the World Cup.
However, this season the scenario has changed. The forward has only played 1 match and 4 minutes in the league, while the offensive competition includes Kylian Mbappé, Vinicius, Yan Diomande, Arda Güler, Brahim Díaz, and Carlos Espí. Real Madrid's official records confirm his four league minutes.
Mourinho had already decided in the summer for Endrick to remain in the squad despite the offers received. The Portuguese coach explained back then that he had received several offers and had ruled out both a loan and a sale because he wanted to keep the Brazilian.
Roma continues to monitor Endrick
Roma was one of the clubs that progressed in negotiations to sign Endrick during the last transfer window. According to AS, the deal was nearly done, and the Italian side stood out as an attractive option because they were in the Champions League and could offer him a more significant role with more playing time.
The move was halted after a conversation between José Mourinho and the forward. The coach conveyed to him that he would be useful at Real Madrid, and the player agreed to stay in the squad to try to earn a spot.
The club's cautious approach is also due to the financial context. Real Madrid paid 35 million euros fixed plus 25 million in variables for Endrick, and according to AS, the total investment including transfer fee, commissions, wages, bonuses, and taxes exceeds 80 million euros.
January is once again a key date
The decision is not final. If Endrick continues to have limited playing time in the coming months, Real Madrid may consider another loan deal in January to ensure his development is not hindered by lack of minutes. Roma is aware of his situation, and other European clubs have also shown interest.
The next step will be to see how much space Endrick finds in Mourinho's rotation during October, November, and December. If the situation remains unchanged, a loan deal will again be on the table, with Roma being one of the destinations that had advanced talks during the summer.
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