Actual Madrid and Olympique Lyonnais have lastly closed the chapter on months of hypothesis, reaching a full settlement for the mortgage of Brazilian striker Endrick till the top of the season.
The deal was finalised as we speak, as reported by Fabrizio Romano by way of his official X account.
He posted:
BREAKING: Endrick to Olympique Lyon, right here we go! Deal in place after unique story revealed two months in the past. Endrick joins OL on mortgage from Actual Madrid, no purchase possibility clause and 50% of wage coated. The Brazilian can be again to Actual in June.
The transfer is structured as a straight mortgage with no possibility to purchase, a element that underlines how extremely Actual Madrid nonetheless charges the 19-year-old.
Endrick, who final featured for Actual Madrid in the membership’s 3-2 victory in opposition to Talavera within the Copa del Rey, is anticipated to return to the Santiago Bernabéu in June 2026, with the Spanish giants eager to maintain full management over his long-term future.
For the participant, although, that is about minutes, rhythm, and visibility, issues which were arduous to return by in Madrid. Softfootball understands that Endrick was linked with a mortgage transfer to Lyon greater than a month in the past, as a result of his lack of taking part in time on the membership.
Lyon can pay round 50 per cent of Endrick’s hefty wage, reported to be simply over €400,000 per 30 days, a big dedication for the French aspect. Actual Madrid, nevertheless, refused to incorporate any buy clause, drawing a transparent line.
One key element within the settlement is a efficiency safeguard. Lyon is anticipated to present Endrick significant recreation time, with a goal of at the very least 25 aggressive appearances throughout Ligue 1, the Coupe de France, and the Europa League.
Endrick is because of arrive in Lyon on December 29, rejoining coaching instantly. His registration can be accomplished on January 1, 2026, although league guidelines imply his debut in opposition to Monaco on January 3 stays unsure except fast-tracked approval is granted.
With simply 99 minutes performed this season throughout three appearances, Endrick is aware of he wants extra. Lyon affords that probability, and possibly a contemporary spark.
