The Reds are actively searching for one or two new attackers ahead of the transfer deadline, with Andoni Iraola looking to reshape a struggling squad.
Liverpool faced scrutiny following an erratic draw on the opening day at Tyneside, where Dominik Szoboszlai managed to salvage a draw against Newcastle United, raising concerns about the defensive midfield, the full-backs, and especially Florian Wirtz.
Nevertheless, despite defensive vulnerabilities, the Anfield club seems intent on pursuing several options to bolster their attacking options.
Jose Mourinho Ruins Liverpool’s Transfer Aspirations
Nonetheless, Endrick is one talent who will not be heading to Merseyside to play under Iraola.
The teenage prodigy has found it difficult to settle in since joining Real Madrid from Palmeiras as an 18-year-old, spending the previous campaign on loan at Lyon. According to reports from ESPN Brazil, Liverpool had been among the clubs keeping tabs on the forward to provide depth during Hugo Ekitike’s injury absence.
However, Spanish publication El Desmarque highlighted statements from Real Madrid manager Mourinho, dismissing any possibilities of the Brazilian attacker leaving.
“I had no intention of letting him leave on loan or permanently, as I really value working alongside such a gifted young footballer,” the Portuguese coach declared.
“Whether he gets selected for Carlo Ancelotti’s upcoming national squad remains to be seen, though it helps that the national team boss is a close friend. He is an outstanding player in my eyes, which explains why several teams have reached out to sign him either on a temporary or permanent basis.”
Over the summer, the 15-time Champions League winners brought the legendary Portuguese manager back. Although forwards like Vinicius Jr, Brahim Diaz, and Arda Guler were rumored to be leaving Valdebebas, they have all stayed put, while Yan Diomande arrived from RB Leipzig in a massive transfer worth over one hundred million.
The Reds were also strongly associated with Diomande for a long time, but eventually shifted their focus to Bradley Barcola and Yankuba Minteh, both of whom might secure transfers to Anfield prior to the window closing.
At present, Iraola has Alexander Isak and Cody Gakpo vying for the striker role. Gakpo, however, has been the subject of transfer speculation lately, while Ekitike is set to sit out most of the campaign following an Achilles tendon rupture sustained in last season’s Champions League.
Even though Real Madrid’s reserve forward Gonzalo Garcia departed for Fulham earlier this summer, Endrick has taken over the prestigious number nine jersey at the Bernabeu for the upcoming season.
Valued at €40 million by Transfermarkt, the 20-year-old remains a key asset. Meanwhile, Liverpool are preparing to take on Nottingham Forest when the Premier League resumes next weekend.
