Endrick won't rule out January exit amid Arsenal interest
Endrick has refused to shut the door on a January move away from Real Madrid, admitting he does not know what the future holds for him, with Arsenal among the clubs reportedly keeping tabs on his situation.
The Brazilian forward has found first team opportunities hard to come by at the Bernabeu since the start of the season, despite hoping for a fresh start under Jose Mourinho. That frustration follows a loan spell at Lyon in the second half of last season, where he impressed and gained valuable experience in Ligue 1, only to return to Madrid and find himself stuck on the fringes once again.
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Arsenal have been credited with interest in the 20 year old forward for several months as they continue to assess options to strengthen their attacking department.
What Endrick actually said
Speaking on the subject of a potential January departure, Endrick did not give a straight answer, instead stressing that his priority is regular football wherever that may come from.
As quoted by Fabrizio Romano, he said: “I'm only 20, so I'll see how things unfold. I just want to play, be happy, and help my teammates. I don't know what will happen in January; that's in God's hands. I only ask for what's best for my career. Whatever is meant to happen, will happen. I'll keep my feet on the ground and continue doing my absolute best. Madrid is a wonderful city, but I will always do whatever it takes to advance my career.”
Those comments stop well short of confirming any move, but they also stop well short of ruling one out. For a player who has struggled to force his way into Mourinho's plans, the ambiguity will likely be seen as significant.
Where this leaves Arsenal
Romano's report frames Endrick's situation as one Arsenal could look to take advantage of if his lack of game time at Real Madrid persists into the new year. A loan move, similar to the one that took him to Lyon last season, remains the most plausible route given his contract status at the Bernabeu and Real Madrid's likely reluctance to sell outright.
Nothing here suggests talks are advanced or that a deal is close. Endrick himself stressed his commitment to Real Madrid even while acknowledging uncertainty, and his comments read more as an honest reflection of a player short on minutes than a direct signal of intent to leave.
For now, the story remains speculative, but the January window is edging closer and Endrick's situation at Real Madrid shows no sign of resolving itself before then.
