Aston Villa Joins Roma in Pursuit of Real Madrid’s Endrick
Roma faces tough competition in their bid to acquire Real Madrid’s young star Endrick, as recent reports from Spain indicate that Aston Villa has entered the race to secure the Brazil international on loan.
The Giallorossi viewed themselves as frontrunners for Endrick’s signature, hoping Real Madrid would permit a loan deal similar to Franco Mastantuono’s situation at Fiorentina.
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They remained optimistic that their Champions League participation and commitment to ensuring regular playing time would keep them ahead in the chase.
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)
Nevertheless, Diario AS has reported that Aston Villa has made their move to bring Endrick on board as well.
The talented striker appears open to a loan, following a successful stint with Olympique Lyonnais that helped him earn a spot in the 2026 World Cup under Carlo Ancelotti, where he scored eight goals and provided seven assists in just 21 games.
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Real Madrid originally purchased Endrick from Palmeiras for €35 million, with additional potential add-ons of up to €25 million.
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)
During the potential loan period, Real Madrid would cover part of Endrick’s €5 million annual salary, making the deal more feasible for Roma.
Roma 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.
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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.
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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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