No doubt to protect his interests and those of Real Madrid, José Mourinho had been very clear about the rumors of the departure of Endrick (20 years old). “He’s a player that I adore, a player that I love deeply. He has great potential and he is very important for us. Anyone interested in Endrick will have to fight me. I don’t think he needs to be loaned out; he will do very well here. » Except that in fact, the young Brazilian striker still plays little for the Merengues. This season, Endrick has appeared seven times in the Madrid tunic (1 goal, 1 assist), for just one start and a total playing time of 141 minutes, or around 20 minutes per game.
For the Brazilian, the account is not there and, like last year, he should ask to gain playing time elsewhere during the next winter transfer window. Asked about his situation, the Auriverde international (24 caps, 4 goals) made it clear that he would logically put his career before Madrid, a city where he nevertheless admitted to feeling good. “I don’t know what will happen in January. It’s in God’s hands. I only ask what is best for my career. Come what may. I will keep my feet on the ground and do my best. Madrid is a beautiful city, but I will always do everything possible to advance my career”he confided.
Endrick wouldn’t want to play for the Devil
If he decides to pack up this winter, Endrick knows that he already has many suitors such as AS Roma, AC Milan, Arsenal and Paulo Fonseca’s Sporting CP. The Portuguese coach had him under his command at OL last season and would like to try the experience again in Lisbon. However, La Gazzetta dello Sport announced this Wednesday that AS Rome seems to have taken the lead in this matter. THE Corriere dello Sport confirms the information and adds a detail that will not fail to surprise more than one person. According to the Italian daily, AC Milan, which had nevertheless been announced as favorites, would not be favored by Endrick for an extra-sporting reason. “Milan have been interested in the young player, but for the moment, the path leading to the Rossoneri “devils” does not seem particularly promising. Especially since as a devout Christian, he would prefer a club that does not have a “demonic” nickname. This is a criterion that the Brazilian really takes into account when choosing his next destination. »
Endrick has always made no secret of the fact that he is an evangelical Christian. As his statement above illustrates, the Brazilian places God very highly in his career. Proof of this is his words from October 14, just after Real Madrid’s spectacular victory at AS Rome (4-3). “I’m still overcome with emotion. It was a bit difficult. I was in the pew, talking with God. When I looked to the side, Nuno called me. I thought I wasn’t going to get in that early. I came in and got to do what I love most: play football. » Obviously, wearing the colors of a team nicknamed “Il Diavolo” (“the Devil” in Italian, editor’s note) is not compatible with the convictions of this fervent believer.
