Real Madrid have Arsenal, Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur all knocking on the door for one of their biggest prospects. The La Liga giants are building a youthful team and as a result some players are being linked with exits due to a lack of game time.
This summer's transfer window is likely to see Madrid continue to bring the most exciting youngsters in world football to the Bernabeu. They lead the race for AZ Alkmaar midfielder Kees Smit, 19, and have also been linked with Bournemouth striker Junior Kroupi, 19.
There are several players whose futures are in doubt due to the expectation of a major overhaul. Endrick pushed to leave on loan last month to gain more first-team opportunities ahead of the World Cup this summer.
Real Madrid's Endrick on Arsenal, Chelsea and Tottenham's wishlists
Endrick has been a revelation during the start of his loan spell at French club Lyon. The Brazilian attacker has bagged five goals in six games, producing displays that have left Madrid puzzled over Xabi Alonso's reluctance to use him.
The 19-year-old's blistering form hasn't gone unnoticed as Arsenal, Chelsea and Tottenham are all keeping tabs. A report from TEAMtalk claims that the London rivals have all made "fresh checks" to see if there might be an opportunity to swoop this summer.
Chelsea are long-term admirers having shown interest when Endrick headed to Madrid from Palmeiras in 2024. Arsenal and Tottenham have also been monitoring his progress over the years.
Endrick struggled to convince Alonso during the Spaniard's seven months in charge. He made just three appearances albeit spending a period on the sidelines.
Real Madrid's response revealed
It's claimed that Madrid have told those three Premier League giants that Endrick isn't for sale and that he will be a regular in the first-team come next season. This was also information sent to the player's agent to ensure he is aware that they will be counting on him.
Endrick's situation is of interest because he had grown frustrated in the Spanish capital. His loan departure came just a week before Alvaro Arbeloa replaced Alonso which might have led to an increase in game time.
Another report recently claimed that the club are even prepared to prioritise Endrick over his Brazilian compatriot Rodrygo. If it comes down to selling one of their three Selecao attacking stars its Rodrygo who would be at risk.
Endrick will continue to spend the rest of this season at Lyon before hopefully flying to North America for the World Cup with Carlo Ancelotti's Brazil. He will then have a pre-season to try and claim an undisputed starting berth in Madrid's team.