Real Madrid have reached a final decision regarding Brazilian forward Endrick, effectively ending speculation over a potential Premier League loan move to Manchester United or Aston Villa.
According to Fabrizio Romano, Los Blancos notified Endrick and his agency, Roc Nation, that the 20-year-old striker will remain at the Santiago Bernabeu for the upcoming season. Manager Jose Mourinho also supports the decision to retain the young prodigy.
Endrick, who arrived at Real Madrid in July 2024, has made 40 senior appearances across all competitions. During a previous loan spell at Lyon, he impressed with a debut hat-trick against Metz and totaled 8 goals in 21 matches, earning a Brazil call-up under Carlo Ancelotti.
Despite initial concerns that he might be third-choice behind Kylian Mbappe and Carlos Espi, Real Madrid have handed Endrick the iconic number 9 shirt, trusting his long-term potential over a temporary move. Consequently, Manchester United are shifting focus toward alternative targets such as Inter Milan's Pio Esposito.