Manchester United are one of many top European clubs with a reported interest in Real Madrid's Endrick, who has been dubbed 'the next Ronaldo'
Endrick on the Real Madrid bench
Endrick has fallen out of favour at Real Madrid(Image: Getty)
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Manchester United are among a host of clubs reportedly eyeing up Real Madrid youngster Endrick. The 19-year-old has previously been hailed as 'the next Ronaldo.'
Despite his promising talent, the Brazilian is struggling to secure regular playing time at the Bernabeu. Endrick signed with Los Blancos in 2022 but only joined in 2024 when he turned 18 for a hefty £52million. He has already earned several caps for his senior national team.
However, breaking into Xabi Alonso's frontline this season has proven challenging for Endrick given he's up against the likes of Kylian Mbappe, Jude Bellingham and Vinicius Junior.
Endrick starts up top
The Sunday People reports that Endrick has told his representatives that if he doesn't start getting more game time in Madrid soon, the star dubbed the 'next Ronaldo' may be looking for a January exit.
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United are named in the report as a potential destination and if a deal is struck, Endrick could fit perfectly into Amorim's centre-forward position.
The 19-year-old has the creativity to drop back when necessary, allowing his forward team-mates to push ahead, much like Matheus Cunha did against Liverpool.
Brazil forward Endrick
Brazil forward Endrick has been linked with United
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By not providing Arne Slot's centre-backs with a forward to mark closely, such as a focal point in Benjamin Sesko, United managed to stretch Liverpool's defence using Cunha's adaptable positioning.
If Endrick joins the squad then Sesko could be utilised from the bench if a more direct approach is required.
Matheus Cunha shifts to the right
Cunha put on an impressive display against Liverpool and has confessed that he is flexible and prepared to play wherever he is positioned. The £62.5m signing has functioned as both a centre-forward and a No. 10. In this dream frontline, he will drop slightly deeper on the right.
Amorim typically fields Bryan Mbeumo on the right, with Cunha on the left dropping deeper and allowing the other wide forward to almost play alongside a striker.
However, in this scenario these positions are reversed and a more traditional winger who often drifts wide will operate on the left with Cunha positioned to the right of fellow Brazilian Endrick. Cunha has previously played in this position for Wolves.
Matheus Cunha of Manchester United gives a thumbs up during the Premier League match between Manchester United and Sunderland at Old Trafford
Cunha could operate off the right
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This will not only add a touch of chemistry as Cunha and Endrick have played together for their national side but it also bolsters both flanks. Currently, Amad and Mbeumo operate on the right, with either Diogo Dalot or Patrick Dorgu joining Cunha on the left.
If the positions are switched we could see Cunha and Amad forming a dynamic duo on one side, which might be more effective given that Mbeumo and the Ivorian may be too similar in style. A new superstar winger could then dazzle on the left, with a more defensive wing-back providing support.
Antoine Semenyo brought in on the left
Bournemouth's Antoine Semenyo is currently one of the Premier League's hottest properties. He's already netted six goals this season and his blistering pace down the left wing has sparked transfer gossip. It's thought he could command a fee north of £75m.
United have been linked with Semenyo and in this scenario, he's brought in to give United a lethal threat on the left. A front three of Endrick, Cunha and Semenyo would provide balance across the pitch.
The more defensive wing-back can support Semenyo, while Amad can push forward with Cunha playing deeper. It's worth noting that dropping Mbeumo from the starting line-up after his impressive start following his £65m move from Brentford this summer seems unlikely.
Antoine Semenyo celebrates
Semenyo has scored six goals already this season
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However, if Semenyo is available, it's a no-brainer to give one of the Premier League's top attacking talents a starting spot. Mbeumo could come off the bench like Sesko and Amorim could adjust his front three for specific matches where a wider threat on the right is needed.
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