The Endrick Trail Stays Alive: Milan Don’t Give Up
Among the transfer market stories most closely followed by Rossoneri supporters, the one involving Endrick continues to fire the imagination. The young Brazilian striker from Real Madrid has been on Milan’s radar for months, and the latest reports — while they should be read with appropriate caution — open up new and intriguing scenarios.
The Athletic: No Longer a Loan, But a €60 Million Permanent Sale
According to The Athletic, the respected British sports outlet specialising in football, Real Madrid may have changed their approach compared to previous weeks. While early reports pointed to a possible loan, sources close to the Spanish club now suggest a different direction: the Merengues would be considering only a permanent sale, with a reported asking price of around €60 million.
That is a significant figure, one that would make the operation considerably more complex in the January transfer window, traditionally less suited to large-scale investments. It should be noted, however, that this report must be treated with caution: Real Madrid invested heavily to bring Endrick from Palmeiras to Europe, and permanently selling him — especially in January — does not appear consistent with the philosophy of Florentino Pérez’s club.
Milan and Roma: The Italian Race for the Brazilian
In Italy, the battle for Endrick is essentially a two-horse race between AC Milan and Roma. The Rossoneri remain the most concrete and credible option, not least because the player himself has never closed the door on a potential move to the Diavolo. The Milan trail is more alive than ever, and the management led by CEO Massimo Calvelli is working hard to find the right solution.
Endrick, for his part, has repeatedly expressed his desire for more playing time than he currently receives in Madrid. The Brazilian talent wants to play, wants to grow — and Milan could offer him the ideal environment. As previously reported, Endrick has opened the door to leaving Real Madrid, and that is a clear signal of his intentions.
The Most Likely Formula: Loan with Option to Buy
Setting aside the talk of a permanent deal, the most realistic structure remains a loan with an option or obligation to buy. A mechanism Real Madrid have already used in similar operations, allowing the Spanish club to retain ultimate control of a strategic asset while temporarily freeing up a player who isn’t getting consistent minutes.
For Milan, it would be the ideal solution: limiting the immediate financial outlay, assessing the player in the context of Italian football, and then potentially exercising the purchase option in the summer. A smart formula that would protect the club’s finances without abandoning the target.
The Right Profile for Amorim’s Milan
Beyond the market mechanics, Endrick represents a technically exciting profile for Rúben Amorim‘s project. A young striker, physically powerful, with a sharp eye for goal and a personality already mature for his age. Exactly what the Rossoneri need to complete their attacking unit — providing quality cover for Gonçalo Ramos and injecting new energy into the team’s offensive play.
Milan believe in this. They are working on it. January is approaching, and the excitement around this transfer target is more than justified.
