Real Madrid's young sensation Endrick might be on his way out of the Bernabeu in the upcoming transfer window. Xabi Alonso has reportedly approved a loan move but the 19-year-old has his eyes fixated on representing Brazil at next year's World Cup, and has created a set of deciding factors regarding which club he will join next.

Endrick on the move?

Having joined Madrid in 2024 on a six-year contract, Endrick featured 22 times in La Liga and nine times in the Champions League last term. He was Los Blancos' key player in the Copa del Rey campaign, where he produced five important goals in just six fixtures. However, cut to the 2025-26 season, and the Brazilian finds himself in a dilemma. With Alonso replacing Carlo Ancelotti this summer, Endrick has yet to feature for a single minute. Initially out with a hamstring injury before the Club World Cup, he is yet to return to action, and images of a clumsy Endrick warming the bench have also been viral on social media in recent times. At such a juncture, Madrid are planning to loan him out to make sure his potential is not wasted. Marseille were one of the interested parties, according to , but there is no haste from the club.

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According to the report, Endrick has set a few conditions, which will prove vital for his transfer. Firstly, he wants to play in the top European leagues – England, Spain, France, Italy, and Germany, to be precise, but might also consider Portuguese sides Benfica, Sporting CP and Porto. The team must also be a participant in continental competitions and preferably be fighting for domestic trophies. The ex-Palmeiras star would prefer a team with an attacking mindset that will play to his strengths. The Brazilian has represented his nation 14 times, scoring three goals, but in recent times, he has not been called up to the camp. The World Cup is around the corner, and Brazil have already qualified for the quadrennial event. At such a juncture, Endrick has made up his mind to find a new club in order to keep honing his skills and ensure a place in Ancelotti's squad. 

Alonso changes his mind on teenager

While Alonso is now ready to sanction Endrick's move in January, he was not interested in any such deed a few days back. Recently, he had addressed the 19-year-old's situation, saying that the player needs to be patient. He said: "It's clear everyone wants to play. And a young player even more so. Given the context, we want to compete right now, and it's difficult depending on the match. He has to be patient, be prepared, and know that he's at Real Madrid. His time will come."

AFPWhich clubs are in the running?

While Marseille look at Endrick as a potential replacement for Amine Gouiri and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, since they'll be part of AFCON in early 2026, a report in says United are one of the Premier League teams eager to sign him in January. West Ham, Brighton, Aston Villa and Newcastle United are also interested parties. Italian outfit Juventus are also keen for the Brazilian. However, there is no chance of him returning to Palmeiras, where he scored 21 goals in 82 games. As per , Real Sociedad could be a potential suitor for Endrick. While Sociedad are struggling in the attacking third, Madrid want the Brazilian to gain more experience in La Liga. 

Alonso's team play their next game against Barcelona in La Liga on Sunday, and Endrick's participation is highly doubtful given he has not featured under the Spanish coach so far.