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Loaned to Olympique Lyonnais by Real Madrid to find some color, Endrick has more than fulfilled his contract. As his interlude between Rhône and Saône draws to a close, the performances of the 19-year-old Brazilian prodigy are panicking the market. According to the Daily BriefingArsenal would already be in the starting blocks to try to snatch the jewel from the White House this summer.
A sparkling stint under the colors of OL
Barred by the imposing shadow of Kylian Mbappé in Madrid, Endrick has rediscovered the joy of playing and a cold realism in front of goal with Les Gones. Under the leadership of Paulo Fonseca, the Lyon number 9 posted impressive statistics, compiling 7 goals and 7 assists in just 17 appearances.
If he remained silent during the last success against Auxerre (3-2), his influence on the Rhone game proved that he largely had the makings of a starter in a European big name. This loan, which some saw as a simple transition, turned into a real springboard which boosted its popularity soaring.
Arsenal’s plan of attack to convince Real
Mikel Arteta, always looking for new blood to take a definitive step in the Premier League, is following the situation very closely. Arsenal is banking on a possible opening on the Madrid side to go on the offensive.
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The possible departure of Gabriel Jesus would free up a prime position in the center, even if Viktor Gyökeres seems unstoppable up front. But it is above all Endrick’s versatility that appeals to the Gunners: capable of playing on the wings to support Saka or Madueke, the Brazilian offers a valuable tactical palette. The London club is betting on the fact that Real Madrid could be tempted by an XXL sale in order to balance its accounts or reduce its payroll.
Between the Madrid dream and the call of London
For now, Endrick remains linked to the Merengue until 2030. If his initial dream is to establish himself in the Spanish capital, Casa Blanca now seems to envisage him more in a winger role than a pure center forward.
It remains to be seen whether the Auriverde international will accept this repositioning or whether he will be seduced by the ambitious project proposed by Arsenal. Estimated around 35 million euros before his departure for Lyon, his value logically exploded after his successful stint in Ligue 1. Real could ask for a lot more to let go of the one who has just proven that he could shine at the highest level.
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