With the transfer window approaching its final days, Arsenal are moving decisively to secure one of the most exciting young forwards in world football.
Football FanCast sources understand that Arsenal are now leading the race to sign Endrick from Real Madrid, with sporting director Andrea Berta back in contact with the Spanish club over a potential deal.
The 20-year-old Brazilian has attracted attention from across the Premier League, with Liverpool, Chelsea, Manchester City and Manchester United all having monitored his situation.
However, it is Arsenal who are pursuing Endrick most seriously, and Berta’s renewed approach signals the Gunners’ genuine intent to get a deal over the line before the deadline.
Endrick’s representatives reached out to several Premier League clubs earlier this summer, raising hopes of a transfer, before Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho blocked any exit.
Mourinho had promised Endrick a key role at the Bernabeu, but the arrival of Yan Diomande for significant money has complicated that pledge and left the young Brazilian uncertain about his future.
Endrick is unwilling to rely on assurances that may not materialise, and that desire for clarity has given Arsenal the opening they need to revive their pursuit with confidence.
The forward’s league statistics from 2025/26 make for impressive reading, with Endrick registering five goals and seven assists in 1,222 minutes, giving him an xG figure of 6.56 and 3.68 shots per 90.
Endrick spent time on loan at Lyon last season and was involved in the same number of league goals as fellow Arsenal target Julian Alvarez, despite playing in considerably fewer minutes.
Comparisons with Ronaldo Nazario have followed the youngster throughout his early career, though Endrick has been clear about his desire to carve out his own identity in the game.
In his own words, the Brazilian said: “Some things happen and some people talk and say, ‘He’s the new Pelé, the new Ronaldo…’ I want to be Endrick, and what people say doesn’t matter to me.”
He added: “Now I have a great responsibility, I will withstand the pressure because I know I can help my family and I also want to encourage other young people.”
Endrick is not the only La Liga star on Arsenal’s radar, with the club also linked to Atletico Madrid forward Julian Alvarez, who was booed by his own supporters during their match against Villarreal.
Alvarez has been told by Atletico that a move to Barcelona is off the table, creating a toxic situation that Arsenal could also look to exploit before the window closes.
Whether it is Endrick, Alvarez, or potentially both, a significant attacking addition at the Emirates Stadium before the deadline looks increasingly likely.