Manchester United are preparing a January transfer bid for Real Madrid forward Endrick, with reports suggesting the club could offer between €60 million and €70m for the Brazil international.
The proposed move would represent a fresh attempt by Michael Carrick’s side to strengthen their attack after United devoted much of the summer window to rebuilding their midfield with Carlos Baleba, Youri Tielemans and Andrey Santos.
United’s need for another forward has been heightened by Benjamin Sesko’s difficult start to life in the Premier League, while Joshua Zirkzee’s form and long-term position at Old Trafford have also come under scrutiny.
Manchester United face a major hurdle over Endrick
Fichajes reports that United regard Endrick as a potential solution and are preparing an offer for the January window. The proposed fee would be a significant investment in a player still attempting to establish himself at the Santiago Bernabeu.
Endrick spent the second half of last season on loan at Lyon after struggling for regular opportunities in Madrid. Real Madrid officially confirmed the temporary move in December 2025, with the agreement running until 30 June 2026. ([realmadrid.com](https://www.realmadrid.com/en-US/news/club/announcements/comunicado-oficial-endrick-23-12-2025?utm_source=openai))
However, the 20-year-old has returned to the Spanish capital and is currently part of Jose Mourinho’s plans. Reports in Spain and France have indicated that the Real Madrid manager rejected interest in another loan move during the summer, preferring to assess Endrick within his own squad. ([lequipe.fr](https://www.lequipe.fr/Football/Video/Liga-real-madrid-jose-mourinho-compte-sur-endrick-je-n-ai-voulu-ni-le-preter-ni-le-vendre/20239967?utm_source=openai))
That stance could make a January deal difficult, particularly if Endrick is given a greater role in the coming months. Real Madrid’s position may only change if the forward fails to make an impact or decides that regular first-team football is more important than continuing his development in Madrid.
Zirkzee’s future could also influence United’s approach. The Athletic reported that Everton considered a move for the Netherlands international on deadline day, and a departure would potentially create both room and funds for another attacking signing.
For now, Endrick remains tied to Real Madrid, but United’s interest is likely to be tested when the winter window opens. Any approach would depend on whether Mourinho is willing to release a player the club has so far been determined to retain.
