Real Madrid to deploy Endrick as right‑winger under Mourinho

Portuguese manager José Mourinho has confirmed that Brazilian forward Endrick will play as a right‑winger for Real Madrid in the 2026‑27 season. After a loan spell at Olympique Lyon, where the 19‑year‑old scored seven goals and provided six assists in 18 matches, Endrick returned to Valdebebas with a defined tactical role to balance a forward line that has been left‑heavy.

The club communicated that there are no plans for another loan or sale. Endrick’s physical strength and ability to attack space on the right side are seen as filling a gap left by the departure of Rodrygo. In a pre‑season training session on 5 June 2026, the striker showcased dribbling, chest‑control and quick transitions in front of Colombian midfielder Richard Ríos and Spanish veteran Thiago Alcântara, further underscoring his progress.

Endrick joined Real Madrid in July 2024 for a reported €60 million and has been monitored closely as the team prepares for the upcoming European campaign.