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    ‘We are not a medical department’, says club chief, as Neymar’s chances of shock transfer brutally ended

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    NEYMAR is set for an emotional transfer – after a rival club shot him down in brutal fashion.The Brazilian star, 32, is at a crossroads in his career once again.Neymar has been snubbed by one possible club over his fitness woesCredit: GettyHis £78million move to Saudi Arabia’s Al-Hilal has not worked out as planned. The ex-Barcelona and PSG forward missed a year of action following ACL surgery just weeks after making the big-money switch. He suffered yet another physical setback soon after his comeback when he injured his hamstring and limped off. And there has even been talk of Al-Hilal – who won the Saudi Pro League title without their biggest name – ripping up his lucrative £2.5m-a-week contract early.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLThat has led to transfer speculation over Neymar’s future as he approaches the swansong of his career.And that includes a return back to his homeland Brazil.However, Palmeiras ruled out a swoop for the three-time Champions League winner in a savage dig.Club president Leila Pereira insisted to UOL they were not interested in the injury-prone forward. Most read in FootballShe said: “I want to invest in someone who can come in immediately, who can start tomorrow if the coach decides.”Palmeiras is not a medical department.Top 10 highest paid footballers”I do not accept that a player signed by Palmeiras is not ready to play immediately.”Instead, though, Pereira seemingly revealed where Neymar will go next.She added: “Great player, but he’s going to Santos.”Neymar came through the youth academy at Santos and announced himself on the world stage as a teenager before earning his move to Barcelona.And now it looks as though he could go full circle by heading back to Santos to finish his career – and enjoy the £7m six-acre private island he has reportedly splashed out on.Reports in Brazil claim Neymar is ready to make the transfer home and an agreement is in place.Now it is simply a matter of working out the termination of the Al-Hilal contract and then figuring the best time to make the huge announcement. The Al-Hilal forward picked up a hamstring problem just weeks after returning from ACL surgeryCredit: GettyPalmeiras club president Leila Pereira took the swipe at the BrazilianCredit: YouTube / UOL EsporteWho are these famous footballers? More

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      Female journalist slams controversial manager for ‘unpleasant’ and ‘sexist’ comments in post-match interview

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      A JOURNALIST has slammed a football boss for his “unpleasant” post-match comments.BandNews FM radio reporter Alinne Fanelli has responded to Palmeiras manager Abel Ferreira’s remarks during a press conference.Alinne Fanelli has slammed Palmeiras manager Abel Ferreira for his ‘unpleasant’ commentsCredit: Instagram @alinnefanelliFerreira made the remarks after being questioned by Fanelli at a press conferenceCredit: ReutersThe incident occurred after Palmeiras’ 5-0 win over Cuiaba on Saturday in Brazil’s Serie A.Fanelli asked Ferreira about an injury picked up by full-back Mayke after he was forced off 21 minutes into his return from a calf problem.According to Terra, he responded by saying he only owes an explanation to three women – his mother, his wife and Palmeiras club president Leila Pereira.Following the comments, Fanelli took to social media to issue a response.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLIn an Instagram post, she wrote: “I leave this episode sad, because I have never had an unpleasant experience like this in 17 years of my career, but I feel strengthened as a professional and, mainly, as a woman.”It comes after Ferreira had also offered an explanation for his remarks in a statement.The 45-year-old claimed he was not speaking directly to Fanelli with his response and was instead doing so to everyone at the press conference.He said: “When I give a press conference, I understand that I am not responding directly to the reporter, or to the reporter, who asks me the question, but rather to everyone present at the conference and also to our athletes and fans.”Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSFerreira also revealed that he had called Fanelli to apologise for the incident.The former Braga manager has been in charge of Palmeiras since 2020.Watch £47m Chelsea wonderkid Messinho, 17, score unbelievable solo goal as fans hail him ‘generational talent’ He was previously involved in a separate controversy earlier this month during a cup tie against Flamengo.Ferreira was sent off for making an X-rated gesture during a 1-0 second leg win.The Portuguese coach was seen grabbing his crotch in a provocative manner in reaction to a refereeing decision.Ferreira was sent off earlier this month for making an X-rated gesture against FlamengoCredit: Amazon Prime More

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      Tottenham monitoring Brazilian wonderkid Marcus Vinnicius, 17, with two Premier League rivals also keen on transfer

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      TOTTENHAM are monitoring the latest Brazilian sensation to come out of Palmeiras.The Sao Paulo-based club have become one of the country’s best producers of talent in recent years.Marcus Vinnicius is wanted by TottenhamCredit: www.palmeiras.comPalmeiras have sold Endrick to Real Madrid in a fee that could rise £50m, Luis Guilherme to West Ham for £25m and Estevao Willian to Chelsea for £47m.And now, 17-year-old left-back Marcus Vinnicius is catching the eye of Spurs.Wolves, Newcastle and Benfica are also interested in the wonderkid.Vinnicius – who can also play as a winger – is set to sign his first professional contract with Palmeiras this summer until June 2026, with an extension until 2029 already on the table.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe sales of Endrick, 17, Guilherme, 18, and Estevao, 17, have banked Palmeiras over £120m, and the club view Vinnicius as another big money-maker.Vinnicius is expected to have an £85m release clause in his contract, but Palmeiras are open to negotiating a deal for any interested party from Europe.Several scouts from the continent were present to watch him in a tournament in Ecuador last month that Palmeiras would go on to win.Vinnicius arrived at Palmeiras in 2022, despite major interest from Flamengo, Internacional and Atletico Mineiro, after impressing in the Goias youth team – a club where former Chelsea, Brazil and Portugal manager Luiz Felipe Scolari made his name.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSTottenham could be close to sign another wonderkidPalmeiras director of youth Joao Paulo Sampaio worked hard to convince the club to bring in the highly-rated Vinnicius, having also found Endrick, Guilherme and Estevao.Spurs’ recruitment drive is currently focusing on young talents.SunSport’s Latest Euro 2024 headlinesThey already brought in 18-year-old midfield duo Archie Gray from Leeds and Lucas Bergvall from Swedish side Djurgarden.Tottenham’s top 10 biggest signings: Hit or miss?1) Tanguy Ndombele – £52.7mNdombele joined from Lyon in 2019 with huge expectations after shattering Tottenham’s transfer record.But he would go on to play just 91 times for the club, scoring 10 goals and is now set to leave one year before the end of his contract.2) Richarlison – £49.3mRicharlison almost broke the £50m mark when he arrived from Everton in 2022 as Harry Kane’s back-up.And while his tally of 12 goals this season was a significant increase on the three from his opening Spurs campaign, he is being linked with a departure this summer.3) Brennan Johnson – £46.8mJohnson was signed by Ange Postecoglou last summer and has impressed in patches during his first season in North London.He scored five goals and 10 assists in 38 games and will look to build on that in the 2024/25 campaign.4) Cristian Romero – £44.2mRomero initially joined on loan from Atalanta in 2021, before his impressive displays saw him secure a permanent deal the following year.He is two games shy of 100 for Spurs and, while he can be reckless with his tackling at times, is beginning to form a promising partnership with Micky van de Ven.5) James Maddison – £39.4mMaddison was handed Kane’s No10 shirt after arriving at Spurs and hit the ground running with three goals and five assists in his opening 11 matches.But after getting injured against Chelsea in October, he failed to return with the same sharpness – managing just five goal contributions in 15 league matches as he missed out on England’s final 26-man squad for the Euros.6) Davinson Sanchez – £35.7mSanchez joined Spurs from Ajax in 2017 and played more than 200 games across a six-year spell.But he was always considered a somewhat erratic defender who did not play more than 20 games in a Premier League season from 2020 onwards.7) Pedro Porro – £34mPorro was another signing who originally arrived on loan in January 2023, before he signed permanently last summer.He has 54 appearances for Spurs under his belt, scoring seven goals and impressing under Postecoglou this season.8) Micky van de Ven – £34mRapid Dutch centre-back Van de Ven was named Spurs Player of the Season in his first campaign at the club.His pace, athleticism, and technical ability on the ball have made him arguably Postecoglou’s best signing to date.9) Moussa Sissoko – £29.8mSissoko came to North London for a substantial fee after being relegated with Newcastle and went on to enjoy five years at Tottenham, playing more than 200 games.Unfortunately for the French midfielder, he is best-known for giving away a controversial penalty for handball in the first minute of Spurs’ 2-0 Champions League final defeat to Liverpool in 2019.10) Giovani Lo Celso – £27.2mLo Celso joined on loan from Real Betis in 2019 – a deal that was made permanent the following season.He has 10 goals and eight assists in 108 games, with some Spurs fans still unsure about the Argentine. More

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      Chelsea ‘reach verbal agreement’ over first summer signing as they close in on £27.5m transfer of wonderkid

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      CHELSEA have reportedly reached a verbal agreement with Estevao Willian.The 17-year-old winger has been strongly linked with the Blues in recent months.Chelsea have reportedly reached a verbal agreement on personal terms with Estevao WillianCredit: RexReports in his native Brazil last week even claimed Chelsea were preparing an opening transfer bid for the teenager.Although an official offer has been tabled, the club are interested in signing Estevao.According to Fabrizio Romano, Chelsea have reached a verbal agreement on personal terms with the player.Talks are now planned with Palmeiras and a bid of £27.5million is expected, the report adds.READ MORE ON CHELSEAHowever, a bid has yet to be submitted and nothing is finalised, but the Blues remain the clear favourites to sign Estevao.Chelsea have been chasing a deal since January, according to Romano.The youngster, who has been nicknamed “Messinho”, made his debut for Palmeiras back in December whilst still aged 16.He has since scored three goals and provided one assist in 14 first-team appearances for the club.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSCapable of playing behind the striker and in attacking midfield as well as on the right wing, he is already a Brazilian youth international.All of his appearances for Brazil’s under-17s came at the under-17 World Cup last year.Chelseas midfield struggles with Moises Caicedo and Enzo FernandezEstevao scored three goals and added three assists in five matches as his side reached the quarter-finals.He would be the latest promising South American youngster to move to Stamford Bridge if Chelsea can complete a deal.Ecuador international Kendry Paez has already agreed to sign from Independiente del Valle.The 17-year-old will arrive in West London in 2025, with his move held up until he turns 18 in May next year.Chelsea are preparing to launch a £27.5million for the Palmeiras wingerCredit: AFP More

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      Chelsea given massive boost in £65m transfer pursuit of Brazil wonderkid dubbed ‘Messinho’ as Barcelona pull out of race

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      CHELSEA have been boosted by Barcelona’s decision to pull out of the race to sign Estevao Willian, according to reports.The wonderkid, 16, has attracted interest from Stamford Bridge.Estevao Willian has been dubbed ‘Messinho’Credit: RexBarcelona have also been linked with the Brazilian starlet, but are now set to move in another direction.According to Spanish paper Sport, Barca will not move for the winger, dubbed “Messinho”, as they are trying to build the perfect environment around Lamine Yamal.Yamal, also 16, has already emerged as one of the Catalan giants’ best players.As Willian is the same age and plays in the same position, club chiefs feel that bringing him in could harm Yamal’s development.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHis club Palmeiras are set to demand at least £51million for his services.And it could even take as much as £65m to prise him away.It’s claimed that 70 per cent of any transfer fee will go to Palmeiras, with the remaining 30 pocketed by the player’s entourage.Willian would not be allowed to join his next club until he turns 18 in April 2025.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERHe has so far made six senior appearances for his club, and also starred for Brazil at the Under-17 World Cup last year.The wonderkid has played alongside Selecao star Endrick, who scored the winner against England at Wembley last month.Simon Jordan slams ‘pathetic’ Chelsea fans for criticising Todd Boehly Endrick will join Real Madrid from Palmeiras when he turns 18 in July.Chelsea have made a habit of recruiting Brazilian wonderkids since Todd Boehly’s arrival in 2022.The Blues have swooped for Andrey Santos, Angelo Gabriel and Deivid Washington in recent seasons.Willian, 16, starred at the Under-17 World Cup last yearCredit: EPA More

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      Chelsea and Man Utd target wonderkid ‘with greatest name in history’ but Brazilian, 16, has £52m transfer release clause

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      MANCHESTER UNITED and Chelsea have joined the bidding war for Brazilian wonderkid Messinho.Palmeiras starlet Estevao Willian, who earned the “greatest name in history” thanks to his love for Lionel Messi as well as his performances, has attracted interest from some of Europe’s biggest hitters.
      Manchester United and Chelsea are keeping tabs on Palmeiras wonderkid Messinho
      The 16-year-old has been linked with Arsenal, Paris Saint-Germain, Bayern Munich, Real Madrid and Manchester City.
      According to Mundo Deportivo, Chelsea and United have joined the transfer war for the winger’s signature.
      However, the Blues and the Red Devils will have to cough up some heavy cash once more as Messinho – who also goes simply as Estevao – carries a €60million (£52m) release clause.
      The forward signed his first professional contract with Palmeiras in April with a hefty asking price as his agent Andre Curry has claimed his client could win the Ballon d’Or one day.
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      The rising star is turning heads in the ongoing Under-17 World Cup in Indonesia with three goals and four assists in four games for Brazil.
      Chelsea and United, though, are facing intense competition with Real contacting Palmeiras on Wednesday.
      Plus, a representative close to Messinho as well as Los Blancos star Vinicius Junior has offered to work as an intermediary.
      A bid will also prove to be tough for the West Londoners and United as the player has previously revealed his desire to play for Barcelona and emulate his idol Messi’s success at the Nou Camp.
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      PSG recently made a €40m (£35m) offer which quickly rose to €50m (£43m).
      However, Messinho is waiting for a bid from Barca as he is adamant he prefers the Catalan giants.
      But the player will not be able to move abroad until he turns 18 due to Brazilian law.
      However, Messinho’s bidders can seal a deal that will see him making the move in two years when he becomes an adult, just like Real did with his Palmeiras team-mate Endrick who is currently 17.
      Estevao has yet to make his senior debut for the Brazilian giants but great things are expected from him, which is why he signed a sponsorship deal with Nike at the tender age of 10. More

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      Seven dazzling youngsters set for international debuts this week including Brazil kid Endrick and Chelsea’s Cole Palmer

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      THIS international break promises to be a memorable one for a number of the world’s top young players.Some domestic football fans will be frustrated the next fortnight stops the momentum of European action.
      Gareth Southgate could hand debuts to several youngstersCredit: Rex
      Brazil is also set to cap a superstar teenager for the first timeCredit: Getty
      But it also presents a set of incredible opportunities for certain individuals.
      Euro 2024 and World Cup 2026 qualifiers will take place across the globe over the next two weeks.
      And some of football’s biggest international sides are preparing to offer debuts to some of their brightest talents.
      Here are seven wonderkids who could be handed their first cap before the end of November.
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      Cole Palmer (Chelsea) – England – 21 years old
      Cole Palmer has impressed since arriving at ChelseaCredit: Getty
      Cole Palmer has been called up by Gareth Southgate after several players withdrew with injuries.
      James Maddison, Callum Wilson and Lewis Dunk all dropped out due to various fitness issues – giving Chelsea man Palmer the opportunity to show what he can bring to the national team.
      The forward, 21, scored a last-gasp equaliser against his former club Manchester City to earn the Blues a thrilling 4-4 draw on Sunday.
      It takes his tally to four goals and four assists in 11 matches for his new side.
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      And he could now make his England debut against either Malta on Friday or North Macedonia on Monday.
      Rico Lewis (Man City) – England – 18 years old
      Rico Lewis can play as both a left-back and central midfielderCredit: Reuters
      Much like Palmer, Rico Lewis received the call from Southgate after members of the original squad had withdrawn.
      The Manchester City youngster, 18, has shown himself capable of playing as both a left-back and in central midfield.
      His versatility is something that could make him an England regular for years to come.
      And the upcoming qualifiers provide Lewis with a great chance to show why he deserves his place.
      Southgate is already somewhat short of a defensive midfield partner alongside Declan Rice as Kalvin Phillips is struggling for game time and Jordan Henderson is playing in Saudi Arabia.
      Endrick (Palmeiras) – Brazil – 17 years old
      Brazilian Endrick is considered one of the hottest prospects in world footballCredit: Getty
      Teenage prodigy Endrick, 17, is already making waves as a star at Palmeiras with 12 goals and one assist so far this season.
      Real Madrid have already sealed a deal with the Brazilian and he will officially join them next summer.
      And while he is still incredibly young, it feels as though his international debut has been a long time coming.
      Brazil face Colombia on Friday and Argentina next Wednesday in a pair of World Cup qualifiers.
      It would be some debut for Endrick if he was to face the world champions – his country’s bitter rivals – at the Maracana.
      Warren Zaire-Emery (PSG) – France – 17 years old
      Warren Zaire-Emery is already a key player in Paris Saint-Germain’s teamCredit: Getty
      Warren Zaire-Emery is fast-becoming one of the most-talked about footballers in France.
      The Paris Saint-Germain midfielder, 17, is already a regular for the Ligue 1 champions.
      He has scored twice and provided five assists in 15 appearances for his club.
      And now he has been called up to Didier Deschamps squad alongside players that have reached back-to-back World Cup finals.
      Zaire-Emery’s debut could come at home to Gibraltar or away in Greece.
      Speaking about being called up, he said: “I am very happy. I’m very proud. It shows that he [Didier Deschamps] trusts me as well.
      “I’m staying true to myself and more than anything it’s about working hard every day, which I do. I’m lost for words, I’m very happy.”
      Josh Doig (Hellas Verona) – Scotland – 21 years old
      Josh Doig has begun to have a real impact at VeronaCredit: Getty
      Verona midfielder Josh Doig has started eight of the Serie A side’s 12 league games so far this season.
      His performances have caught the eye of Scotland boss Steve Clarke as his team prepare for Euro qualifiers against Georgia and Norway.
      And the Scots have already qualified for the finals next summer, so Doig could be afforded some minutes if Clarke opts for a more experimental side.
      Speaking about Doig, Clarke said: “Josh has been a little bit in and out of the team at Verona, but it looks as if this season he has really nailed down the position.
      “He has been playing pretty regular. I look forward to seeing how he does in training. Maybe he gets a run out in one of the games.
      “I think it is probably a reflection of the more outgoing or more outward thinking young person now. I never thought about going abroad as a player.”
      Matt O’Riley (Celtic) – Denmark – 22 years old
      Matt O’Riley is set to earn himself a Denmark cap after impressing for CelticCredit: Getty
      Celtic midfielder Matt O’Riley was called up to the Denmark squad for the October internationals, but remained on the bench.
      Now he could receive his first minutes for the Euro 2020 semi-finalists when they take on Slovenia and Northern Ireland.
      He has made a sublime start to the season for the Scottish champions, scoring six times and assisting a further seven in just 17 games.
      And he now looks set to play for the Danish national team – 18 months after being a part of MK Dons’ side in League One.
      Joao Pedro (Brighton) – Brazil – 22 years old
      Joao Pedro has impressed for Brighton this seasonCredit: Getty
      Endrick’s debut may well turn out to be the headline for Brazil during this international break, but a Brighton star is also in line to make his debut.
      Joao Pedro, 22, has scored six goals in 17 games for the Seagulls so far this season.
      And Brazil’s injury crisis means he is highly likely to receive some minutes.

      Neymar has been ruled out until the summer after rupturing his ACL, with Tottenham’s Richarlison also sidelined – although he was not selected anyway.
      Arsenal’s Gabriel Jesus is also carrying a knock, while Wolves’ Matheus Cunha was not picked. More

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      Ten Hag bizarrely told to ‘shut up’ by random top-flight manager after Man Utd boss’ complaints over Rashford injury

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      MANCHESTER UNITED boss Erik ten Hag has bizarrely been told to “shut up” by Palmeiras manager Abel Ferreira. The Dutchman was left fuming after star man Marcus Rashford picked up an injury in their 2-0 win over Everton.
      Erik ten Hag hit out the fixture scheduling after Marcus Rashford’s injuryCredit: EPA
      Abel Ferriera has slammed Erik ten HagCredit: AP
      After the game, Ten Hag blamed fixture congestion with United playing nine times in April.
      He said: “He [Rashford] doesn’t look well. This was avoidable. All science and research tell you players need a certain time to recover.
      “It is also part of the schedule that we are now finding ourselves in this situation and now we can only pray he is not dropping off.”
      Ferreira’s men also play nine times this month and he did not have sympathy with Ten Hag’s situation.
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      The gaffer of the Brazilian club said: “Football here has fantastic things, but there are others that are inhumane. Nine games in a month.
      “The Manchester United coach the other day complained that Rashford was injured due to the sequence of games they have.
      “I would like to ask him or tell him: ‘In these next two months, I’m going to have nine games in both months.
      “Shut up, because you don’t know what you’re saying’.”
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      Ferreira is a fiery character and has been compared to Jose Mourinho.
      The 44-year-old previously managed Braga in his homeland and Greek outfit PAOK.
      While at Palmeiras, he has won the league title once and the Copa Libertadores twice.
      The outspoken boss previously claimed his wife flogs one of his classic cars from his collection every time he gets sent off.
      And he has likened a three-man defence to having sex.
      After losing the Club World Cup final to Chelsea in 2022, he slammed the Blues for not having enough English or academy players in their team.
      Marcus Rashford was subbed off holding his groinCredit: Getty More

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      Chelsea transfer blow as Real Madrid seal signing of £60m wonderkid Endrick, 16 – but he can’t play for 18 months

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      REAL MADRID have beaten Chelsea in the bidding war for Palmeiras wonderkid Endrick.That is according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, who reports Real have “sealed” a deal for the 16-year-old prospect until 2027 with a further three-year option.
      Real Madrid have signed Palmeiras’ 16-year-old wonderkid EndrickCredit: Getty
      However, the striker can’t join Los Blancos for another 18 months due to rules in Brazil prohibiting underaged players from going abroad.
      That means Endrick will have to wait until 2024 to officially move to the Santiago Bernabeu.
      Romano tweeted: “Excl: Endrick, new Real Madrid player!
      “Contracts and documents have been signed in last 24h. Deal can now be considered sealed.
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      “Endrick will join Real Madrid in June 2024. Contract will be until 2027 plus three years option, so 2030. Here we go confirmed.”
      The deal is estimated to have cost Real £60million, as that is the price tag Palmeiras had placed on the Brazil Under-20 international.

      Real confirmed Endrick won’t be joining them for another two years and will be playing with Palmeiras until then.
      An announcement read: “Real Madrid CF, Sociedade Esportiva Palmeiras, Endrick and his family have reached an agreement whereby the player will be able to join Real Madrid when he comes of age in July 2024.
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      “Until then, Endrick will continue his training at the SE Palmeiras. The player will travel to Madrid in the coming days to visit our club’s facilities.”
      Endrick scored 12 goals and provided one assist in 21 appearances across all competitions this past season.
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      The centre-forward has also registered five goals in four appearances with the Brazil Under-17s.
      Chelsea have been investing heavily in youth in the last few years with the likes of Mason Mount, Trevoh Chalobah and Reece James rising through the ranks.
      Endrick has also been linked with Manchester United, Liverpool and Manchester City. More