'I chose Real Madrid because of Ronaldo & Vinicius' – says Endrick

There was interest for

from both Barcelona and Real Madrid but the Brazilian striker signed for Los Blancos mainly because of Real Madrid Brazilian stars over the years like Ronaldo and Vinicius Jr.

Endrick has signed for Real Madrid from Palmeiras in a deal that is worth around €60 million which will see the Spanish giant pay Palmeiras €35m up front with the rest packaged as add-ons for later. The teenage Palmeiras striker was pursued by the likes of Chelsea, PSG and Barcelona as well as Real Madrid but he has now revealed why he decided to join Real.

"Real Madrid is a huge team, Vini had sent me messages and gave me hope. Cristiano is my idol and he played for Real Madrid, that’s why I chose them and I believe it’s the right choice. God has always been with me and he told me it was the right thing to do,"

Endrick said in an interview with Marca.

Endrick went on to reveal further information about his relationship with Vinicius Jr., saying:

"He’s given me different tips, but I will save them to myself. I have to say that he didn’t just gave me tips for now but also for the rest of my life. He’s a very good friend of mine and I think this friendship will last for many years. I hope we can pass the ball to each other and score goals."

“I spoke with Ancelotti, Rodrygo, Eder [Militao], with the Brazilians,"

Endrick said.

"Right now I’m with Palmeiras but I will be supporting the team from far away. So I’m hoping that my friend Vini makes a great season, Eder, Rodrygo, so that Real Madrid can win more Champions Leagues, more Ligas and now the Supercup."

Endrick will join

in 2024 when he turns 18. His contract will run until 2027 but there is also an option for him to extend the contract a further 3 years.

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