Roma and Aston Villa compete for Real Madrid's Endrick
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Roma are reportedly competing with Aston Villa to sign Real Madrid's young Brazilian forward Endrick, with both clubs having contacted Madrid.
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Attributed to original sourceRoma face more competition for Real Madrid starlet Endrick, as Spanish reports claim Aston Villa have joined them in trying to get the Brazil international on loan.
The Giallorossi had positioned themselves as the hot favourites to bring in Endrick , in case Real Madrid were to agree to a loan for this season in a similar situation to Franco Mastantuono at Fiorentina.
They were confident that their presence in the Champions League and promise to provide regular playing time would put them in pole position.
Roma risk losing Endrick race NEW YORK, NEW YORK – JUNE 3: Endrick #19 of Brazil during training at Columbia Park Training Facility on June 3, 2026 in Morristown, New Jersey. (Photo by Ira L. Black/Getty Images) However, Diario AS now report that Aston Villa have stepped forward with a proposal to take Endrick too.
The striker has no problem with being loaned out, as his time playing for Olympique Lyonnais was crucial to earn a spot at the 2026 World Cup under Carlo Ancelotti, scoring eight goals with seven assists in just 21 games.
Real Madrid paid €35m to buy him from Palmeiras two years ago, along with up to a further €25m in add-ons.
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA – JUNE 19: Endrick #19 of Brazil reacts as he enters the pitch during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group C match between Brazil and Haiti at Philadelphia Stadium on June 19, 2026 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Dan Mullan/Getty Images) His €5m per season salary would also be partly covered by the Merengues during this loan, as otherwise it would be completely unfeasible for Roma.
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What happened
Real Madrid's teenage Brazilian forward Endrick is attracting interest from both Serie A side Roma and Premier League club Aston Villa. According to reports, both clubs have reached out to Real Madrid regarding a potential move for the highly-rated youngster, who has struggled for regular playing time at the Santiago Bernabéu. A loan deal appears the most likely format, with Endrick seeking more first-team opportunities to continue his development.
Chance analysis
Endrick's lack of minutes at Real Madrid has opened the door for both Roma and Aston Villa, two clubs that can offer different competitive contexts. A loan move would be a development-focused decision for all parties, giving Endrick regular minutes while Madrid retain a long-term asset. For prediction systems, this is a young player with limited senior impact rather than a key contributor, so immediate match-modeling effects are minimal, but his eventual destination could affect his career trajectory and future market value.
If a move materializes, Endrick's minutes and development trajectory will be shaped, with Roma or Aston Villa gaining a promising but unproven young forward on loan.
Monitor Endrick's destination as it may affect his development and future performance, but unlikely to materially impact current match predictions.