Ancelotti demands minutes for Endrick: Roma and Milan aim for loan from Real Madrid

This afternoon, the Italian coach of Brazil, Carlo Ancelotti, held a press conference in front of the sports press, emphasizing the need for more playing minutes for the young Real Madrid striker, Endrick, in order to “progress”.

The problem of young Brazilian players in Europe

Ancelotti recalled that the Endrick case has reignited the debate in Brazil about the choice of many talents to move too early to top clubs in Europe, where they often struggle to find space and continuity to flourish.

According to the coach, Endrick is not the only one suffering: other youngsters, such as Estevão, arrive at 18‑19 years old at big clubs and do not get sufficient minutes, which prevents them from improving.

Roma and Milan in the race for the loan

In Spain, the rumor that as early as January the former Palmeiras player could take a different path from Casa Blanca is gaining strength, with Roma and Milan at the forefront to try to bring him to Italy.

Milan, represented by Gerry Cardinale, had already shown interest during the summer and plans to speak again with Endrick's agents in the next transfer window.

Meanwhile, Roma, with sporting director Tony D'Amico, is working to offer Gian Piero Gasperini a playmaker capable of theoretically replacing Matias Soulé.

Ancelotti reiterated that Real Madrid and José Mourinho had promised a different prospect in the summer compared to the mere four minutes used so far this season, but a minor muscular issue has limited the Brazilian's opportunities.

The coach concluded by stating that “Endrick will become an important player for the National team in the future” if he is guaranteed more playing time.