Aston Villa are preparing to enter the January market for Real Madrid forward Endrick, with clubs across Europe considering loan offers for the 20-year-old.
The Brazil international spent the second half of last season on loan at Lyon after struggling to secure regular first-team football at Real Madrid under both Xabi Alonso and Alvaro Arbeloa.
Endrick made a strong impression in France, scoring eight goals and supplying eight assists in 21 appearances across all competitions. He returned to Madrid in June to take part in pre-season preparations.
Liverpool explored a loan agreement for the 2026/27 season, but their approach was rejected. Jose Mourinho wanted to evaluate Endrick after the forward had recovered from injury before deciding on his next move.
Interest is also expected from Serie A clubs during the winter transfer window. Aston Villa are now ready to make contact as Unai Emery considers adding greater dynamism to his attack.
Villa’s interest comes as Emery looks to strengthen his options ahead of a possible push for the UEFA Champions League knockout phase.
Mourinho is expected to assess his plans for the former Palmeiras forward over the coming weeks, with a decision on Endrick’s future anticipated by December.