AS: Endrick explains decision to make Real Madrid move | The Brazilian spoke to AS while preparing for his final days with Palmeiras before facing two great challenges: the Copa América and his move to Europe.
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AS: Endrick explains decision to make Real Madrid move | The Brazilian spoke to AS while preparing for his final days with Palmeiras before facing two great challenges: the Copa América and his move to Europe.
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AS: Endrick explains decision to make Real Madrid move | The Brazilian spoke to AS while preparing for his final days with Palmeiras before facing two great challenges: the Copa América and his move to Europe.
**Endrick Felipe Moreira de Sousa has established himself as one of Brazil’s most promising young talents.** Already considered elite in his home country, the boy born 21 July 2006, in Taguatinga, Brazil, spoke with us at *AS* as he prepares for his final two matches with Palmeiras. Following his participation in the Copa América this summer, and importantly his 18th birthday, [he will officially join Real Madrid this summer.](https://en.as.com/soccer/endricks-cryptic-message-a-possible-goodbye-to-palmeiras-n/)
**At just 17 years old, Endrick has already become an international star.** Each week, his influence on social media grows, his list of sponsors expands, and he now boasts over 14 million followers. **How does he manage to stay focused on his development and keep his feet on the ground?**
“Everything is very calm for me because my routine has been simple for a long time,” Endrick says. “I train with my club, eat well, do individual recovery and injury prevention work… and I usually stay at home, where I play video games or spend time with my brother. I don’t have much time to post anything on social media, let alone read everything I receive.”
Endrick has already visited the Santiago Bernabéu twice: the first time as an honorary guest last Christmas, and the second as a player in a friendly match against racism.
**How did he feel about his future home?**
“Knowing the greatest club in the world is a dream for anyone who loves football. Not just for players. For me, it was a dream come true.”
**What is your relationship like with Vinicius and Rodrygo? Have you received any advice for when you arrive in Madrid? What do you think of them as players?**
“It’s very good. They are young, also Brazilian, who adapted very well both to the city and the club and to the way of playing in Spain. Their story, both Vini’s and Rodrygo’s, is an inspiration and they are going to help me a lot.”
**Do you speak regularly with Ancelotti or Florentino? How do you imagine your first days at Madrid?**
“I was with them in Madrid. They made me feel very calm and with a lot of confidence for when I arrive. They mentioned that they follow my games in Palmeiras and that I will be very well received.”
**Is becoming a European champion with Madrid a goal?**
“More than wanting, I know that being a European champion is obligatory if one is at Madrid. The Champions League is a tournament that Madrid always has in mind, and the team should not start the season with any other objective than that.”
**Do you aspire to the Ballon d’Or someday?**
“The Ballon d’Or is the consequence of having success over several years in the form of titles for which I will work, but I know it is not the main thing. The club is always the main thing.”
**Have you seen the historic Champions League nights at the Bernabéu or the team’s recent finals?**
“Of course, those were games that made me feel like a child again.”
**Do you see yourself in one of those unique comebacks?**
“Imagining being part of such games is simply incredible: the tension, the drama, the relief, and finally, the celebration…”