Real Madrid have already signed the next big star of Brazilian football. The club announced after 3pm on Tuesday the agreement whereby Endrick becomes a 'Merengues' player.

At 16 years of age, the striker will wear the Madrid jersey from July 2024, when he comes of age. He signs until 2027 with an option of three more years, that is, until 2030. Until he turns 18, he will play for Palmeiras, his current club.

The club made this clear in its official statement: "Real Madrid C. F., Sociedade Esportiva Palmeiras, Endrick and his family have reached an agreement whereby the player will be able to join Real Madrid when he reaches the age of majority in July 2024. Until then, Endrick will continue his training at S. E. Palmeiras. The player will travel to Madrid in the coming days to visit our club's facilities".

The papers are already in the possession of both clubs and have been approved by FIFA. In addition, Endrick has already passed a part of the medical examination at Real Madrid.

Endrick will join the 'Blancos' for a maximum of 60 million euros, according to Fabrizio Romano. 35 of which are fixed, while the other 25 are variables.

A deferred signing
Endrick will not be able to land in Spain until 2024. This is due to the rule that prevents the signing of foreign players who are minors. So, when he turns 18, the striker will be able to travel to Madrid to play for the 'Blancos'.

At just 16 years of age, he has already been in the running to represent Brazil at the World Cup in Qatar, although Tite has preferred to opt for people with experience in professional football.

Palmeiras know they have a gem at their disposal, and that he is succeeding against players with much more experience. But Endrick is one of those players born to shine.