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Endrick, a 20-year-old Brazilian forward, is back on AS Roma's radar for the January transfer window. The Italian club has resumed contacts to discuss his signing with Real Madrid due to the attacker's lack of playing minutes, as he has yet to debut this season in LaLiga or the Champions League.
Roma had tried to sign the player during the summer, but Endrick chose to stay in Madrid, and José Mourinho halted his departure. The situation has changed following a start to the season affected by a muscular problem and increased competition in the attack.
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The Italian club wants to take advantage of the striker's limited playing time under Mourinho to secure a loan deal and strengthen the attack.
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Endrick Still Without Minutes at Real Madrid
The Brazilian recently returned to training with the group. Mourinho explained before the match against Inter that Endrick was only ready to play between five and ten minutes after a long period out due to his physical issues.
Despite being included in the squad list, the forward remained on the bench for the full 90 minutes against Inter and did not feature against Rayo Vallecano in LaLiga. The coach has also turned to Carlos Espí, another option in the attacking rotation.
Endrick is under contract with the Madrid team until 2030. Since his arrival in Madrid in 2024, he has played in 40 matches and scored seven goals with the first team, as indicated by the club's data released this summer. In between, he spent the second half of last season on loan at Olympique Lyon.
His lack of game time is once again prompting a decision that was postponed in August. The player aimed to secure a spot in Mourinho's squad, but his sporting situation will be crucial before the winter transfer market opens.
AS Roma Proposes a Formula to Sign Endrick
AS Roma aims to outmaneuver the competition, and Tony D'Amico has reconsidered an operation for January. The proposed formula includes a loan with a purchase option and a buy-back clause allowing the Madrid club to retain control over the Brazilian's future.
This setup mirrors the one applied previously with Nico Paz and Como. The deal would enable the Italian side to bring in the forward without an immediate permanent transfer and leave a pathway to potentially reclaim the player later on.
The interest also aligns with the needs of Gian Piero Gasperini. Roma ended the summer transfer window without acquiring the left-sided attacker they sought and have once again placed Endrick as a target to fill that position in January. Meanwhile, Endrick remains uncertain about his future after being identified as the third striker behind Mbappé and Carlos Espí.

Milan and Liverpool Join the Race
Competition may complicate the deal. Milan is also considering a loan in the upcoming market, and Liverpool is among the clubs monitoring the forward's progress before making a decision.
There is currently no finalized agreement. The forthcoming months in LaLiga will determine the player's and the club's definitive stance: should his game time remain limited, Roma aims to have advanced negotiations by January to pursue Endrick's departure.
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