Real Madrid keeps planning the squad for next season, and it's doing so with several cases still hanging in the air. With just a few weeks left before LaLiga kicks off, one of the uncertainties is in the forward line, with some players who could leave. Beyond the well-known names of Rodrygo or Vinícius, Florentino currently has the case of Endrick on the table, who arrived as the future star and now seems to have stalled.
Nobody expected what happened at the Club World Cup, and it has changed all the plans. With Mbappé sidelined due to gastroenteritis and Endrick injured, academy product Gonzalo García seized his opportunity. 4 goals in 6 matches, becoming Real Madrid's top scorer, have earned him a spot in Xabi Alonso's squad.
In total, we're talking about three forwards for just one spot, something that would have thrown wide open the doors of Real Madrid for Endrick. After some time reflecting, the Brazilian has already made a decision, having attracted the interest of several major clubs. He wasted no time in sharing it with Florentino Pérez, making it clear where he has decided to play next season.
Endrick chooses where he'll play in 2026
On Endrick's table was the possibility of going on loan to another LaLiga club. The idea was for him to adapt to Spain and get quality minutes. However, he has been firm: he only sees himself wearing Real Madrid's jersey.
"SER" has revealed that Endrick doesn't like the idea of going out on loan at all. Right now, he's enjoying his honeymoon, but he's certain that he'll return to the Spanish capital to earn a spot and convince Xabi Alonso. He doesn't want to hear about leaving, being clear that his future lies in continuing and succeeding at Santiago Bernabéu.
The Brazilian, therefore, will choose to stay at Real Madrid, having turned down all other interested parties. Not only did clubs in Spain want him, but half of Europe was fighting to secure his services.
The '9' will be for...
By staying at Real Madrid, the next key decision will be choosing the wearer of the '9'. Gonzalo García's breakout has created doubts in this regard, with Endrick always having been the favorite to claim this desired number.
All eyes are on the Brazilian forward, although at Real Madrid nothing has been decided yet in this regard. Florentino Pérez is certain that he wants to see him succeed, and the '9' could be a good way to start...