Real Madrid striker Endrick has given Everton a little hope over a potential move in January, insisting that any move is in God’s hands.
The striker is currently out of favour at the Spanish giants, featuring just four times in La Liga since the start of the season.
The 20-year-old simply isn’t a firm option for Jose Mourinho at this moment in time. That’s largely due to the attacking riches at his disposal, with Endrick unlikely to displace Kylian Mbappe, Vinicius Junior or Yan Diomande. There is also summer signing Carlos Espi fighting for a place.
The growing belief is that Endrick could move on loan in the January transfer window as a result.
That’s something he’s already done in the past, spending the second half of last season on loan with Lyon. That loan move proved to be a great success, wit him bagging eight goals and eight assists in 21 games for the French club.
Everton hope
Everton are one of the sides credited with an interest. They need to look for a striker in January to offer support to Thierno Barry, who is the only recognised centre-forward in David Moyes’ squad at present.
Endrick hasn’t spoken about that possibility directly. But he’s not ruling out leaving Real Madrid temporarily either.
“I’m very young. I don’t need to leap into the unknown just yet. I’m only 20 years old, so we’ll see what happens,” he said.
“I just want to play, be happy, and help my teammates… scoring goals and providing assists, like I did in Lyon, which was one of the best experiences of my life and one of my happiest periods.
“I don’t know what will happen in January. That’s in God’s hands. I only ask for what is best for my career. Whatever happens, happens. I’ll keep my feet on the ground and give my absolute best. Madrid is a wonderful city, but I will always do everything I can to advance my career.”
Mourinho respect
The striker won’t be tearing up trees or kicking up a fuss to make a move to Everton – or anywhere – happen, though. In fact, he wants to shoot down any suggestions of a falling out with Jose Mourinho before it even starts.
“He comes to see me every day and asks how I’m doing, never about football, always about my personal life. I really value that,” he added.
“He’s one of the first coaches to arrive; he greets me and welcomes me with such warmth. I’m very grateful to him. I will always give everything for Real Madrid, which stands above all else, but with the affection I receive from Mourinho, I give even more.
“I will always give everything for Real Madrid, which stands above all else, but with the affection I receive from Mourinho, I give even more.”
