Endrick, the highly-touted Brazilian football prodigy, was on the brink of signing with Chelsea, as disclosed by his father, Douglas. The revelation comes amidst intense speculation about the future of the young forward, who has been linked with several top European clubs.
Douglas shared that they were extended an invitation by Chelsea’s owner to visit the club and experience the local environment. During their visit, they attended a Chelsea versus Arsenal match, providing them with a firsthand look at the team’s dynamics and the coaching style.
While the details of the discussions and the reasons for the deal not materializing were not disclosed, it is clear that Chelsea was very close to adding Endrick to their ranks. The young forward’s decision-making process regarding his professional future continues to be a subject of significant interest in the football world.