Chelsea have been one of the most active clubs during the summer transfer windows in recent years, and with Liam Rosenior closing in on his first point since joining them, it could be another busy period for the board.
As always, younger signings are expected to be the Blues’ priority according to Football Transfersthey scouted Real Madrid attacker Endrick last weekend. The Brazilian is currently enjoying a productive period on loan at Olympique Lyon.
After struggling for minutes under Xabi Alonso, the 19-year-old joined Lyon in January and has already done so scored five goals and an assist in all competitions for the Ligue 1 giants, piqued Chelsea’s interest.
A great signing for Chelsea
Endrick would be a brilliant signing for Chelsea. In the few appearances he has made for Real Madrid he has been excellent and with regular game time at Olympique Lyon the player has also quickly made an impact.
He is one of the strongest youngsters in Europe’s top five leagues, and that will also help him establish himself well in the Premier League. Furthermore, his powerful shooting and tenacious dribbling have allowed him to stand out and score consistent minutes at Chelsea.
In addition to being a natural central attacker who positions himself intelligently in the box, Endrick can play on the right flank thanks to his speed and dribbling. So the Blues would have signed a versatile, top-quality teenager if they managed to sign him.
Transfermarkt values Endrick at £20 million, but it remains to be seen how much Real Madrid will ask for him as he is one of the cornerstones of their long-term project and even his move to Olympique Lyon does not include an option to buy.
Chelsea will remain alert to developments surrounding Endrick’s future and the key to his continuity at Real Madrid will likely be who the Whites have in their management dugout next season, and whether the player is in that coach’s plans.
#Chelsea #scout #Real #Madrid #striker #Endrick #ahead #potential #summer #transfer