It’s time to start paying attention to Endrick

The 16-year-old is looking like the next big thing out of Brazil

Even though he only turned 16 three months ago, the hype around Endrick has been building for some time.

Endrick scored 165 goals in 169 youth games for Brazilian side Palmeiras, gaining the attention of scouts from all over the world.

Now he’s starting to prove he can hack it with the grown-ups as well.

The teenager scored for Palmeiras in a 3-1 win over Athletico Paranaense on Tuesday, becoming the youngest player in the 106-year history of his club to find the net.

After scoring with his head, Endrick emulated Erling Haaland with his finger-in-his-ear celebration, even tagging the Man City star on Instagram.

Clubs all over Europe are well aware of Endrick’s exploits, with reports linking him to PSG, Liverpool and Real Madrid, among others. He reportedly has a €60 million release clause.

Marca has reported that Madrid may be the favorite, which wouldn’t be a surprise given the club’s worldwide appeal and its recent success in landing Brazilian teenagers like Vinícius Jr. and Rodrygo.

Endrick won’t be eligible to move to Europe until he turns 18 in July 2024, but the race to lock down his signature is well underway. By the time he actually does join a European club, the hype could be well and truly off the rails.

Whatever happens now, the world will be paying attention.

Watch Endrick’s first pro goal

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