With zero minutes under his belt this season, Real Madrid's wonderkid Endrick is a shock January target for Paris Saint-Germain, according to a report. The French giants are plotting a move for the out-of-favour striker, but face stiff competition from West Ham, Juventus and Real Sociedad, who are all ready to pounce on a loan deal for the frustrated Brazilian teenager.
PSG lurking as Endrick's Madrid struggles mount
PSG are reportedly plotting an audacious January move for Endrick, as a host of European clubs circle the out-of-favour Brazilian. According to a report from Spanish outlet , the French champions are considering an investment in the 19-year-old, whose lack of playing time under new manager Xabi Alonso has put his future at the Santiago Bernabeu under intense scrutiny. While Madrid are not contemplating a permanent sale, the door has been left open for a potential loan move in the winter window.
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The striker’s situation has become critical since Alonso took the helm, with Endrick yet to play a single minute in either La Liga or the Champions League in the 2025-26 campaign. After missing the first few matches with physical problems, he has been an unused substitute in the last five games due to a "technical decision." This is a sharp downturn from his debut season under Carlo Ancelotti, where he made 37 appearances, scoring seven goals. Increased competition from new arrivals Gonzalo and Franco Mastantuono has further limited his opportunities, fuelling speculation that a temporary move is imminent.
European giants on alert for January loan
PSG are not the only club monitoring the situation. West Ham United have reportedly made a concrete approach to explore a January loan, while La Liga rivals Real Sociedad and Valencia are also keen. Serie A giants Juventus, who were interested in the summer, remain a potential destination. While PSG’s interest is strong, Real Madrid’s strained relationship with the Parisian club makes a permanent deal impossible, though a loan could be considered. Madrid have no intention of selling a player tied to a contract until 2030 with a release clause reportedly upwards of €300 million.
Guti advises wonderkid to seek exit
The pressure for Endrick to seek a move has been amplified by Real Madrid legend Guti, who has advised the youngster to leave for the sake of his own development. The former midfielder stressed the importance of consistent playing time for a young player's growth. "If he doesn’t get any opportunities between now and December, I think his best option is to leave so he can continue to grow," Guti stated. "For a young player, the best thing is to get playing time."