18-year-old Real Madrid star linked with shock move to relegation-threatened side after comparisons with Lamine Yamal

18-year-old Real Madrid star linked with shock move to relegation-threatened side after comparisons with Lamine Yamal

Ifeanyi Ufomadu 12:40 - 20.11.2024

Brazil and Real Madrid star Endrick has been linked with a surprise January loan move to a relegation-threatened Premier League side.

Real Madrid's highly-rated summer signing, Endrick, is reportedly in line for a shock loan move to the English Premier League.

The 18-year-old Brazilian sensation, who has been compared to Barcelona youngster Lamine Yamal, has struggled to break into Carlo Ancelotti's starting lineup, featuring for just 122 minutes this season.

Despite his limited appearances, Endrick has shown flashes of brilliance, scoring two goals and notching an assist.

Endrick scored his first Champions League goal for Real Madrid in their 3-1 win against Stuttgart at the Santiago Bernabeu | IMAGO

However, with only one start under his belt – in the Champions League loss to Lille – it's clear he needs more playing time to develop.

Endrick to Southampton?

According to Spanish outlet Sport, both Real Madrid and Endrick are exploring a January loan move to give him the minutes he craves. And, surprisingly, Premier League strugglers Southampton have expressed interest in taking him on.

Endrick | IMAGO

It's a bold move, considering Southampton's current predicament – languishing at the bottom of the table with just four points from 11 games., but Endrick could be the spark they need to ignite their attack and avoid relegation.

The Saints will offer guaranteed playing time, and the physicality of the Premier League could help the teenager improve drastically before returning to Spain.

While this is just speculation for now, a move like this is sure to get Southampton fans excited.

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