Article by Romeo Ene – Published on Tuesday, 23 December 2025, 20:40 / Updated on Tuesday, 23 December 2025 20:41
It's official: the Brazilian Endrick (19 years old) is Lyon's new striker. The French club took him on loan from Real Madrid until the end of the season. One million euros is the cost of the footballer's loan.
Endrick had no future at Real Madrid, at least this season. He did not adapt under the command of Xabi Alonso, and in Lyon he will have the chance to be a starter.
OFFICIAL | Endrick is Lyon's new player
Endrick will play at Lyon until the end of the season.
Our club announces that it has reached an agreement with Real Madrid for the transfer of Brazilian striker Endrick. The player arrives on loan, which will cost one million euros, until the end of the season.
At just 16 years old, Endrick signed his first professional contract with Palmeiras and made his debut in the Brazilian championship in a match against Coritiba. He arrived at Real in the summer of 2024. at 18 years old. Before leaving for Europe, Endrick, nicknamed 'Bobby', made 82 appearances for the Sao Paulo club, scoring 21 goals and winning the Brazilian title twice.
After arriving at Real Madrid, Endrick continued his development at the highest level. He scored 7 goals in 39 appearances in all competitions, proving that he can be decisive. Fast, technical and efficient in finishing, he also imposed himself on the national team of Brazil, making the transition from the junior teams to the senior national team in just a few months. At 19, he already has 14 caps and 3 goals for Brazil.
Welcome, Endrick! The footballer will join the senior team starting on December 29. We thank the Real Madrid club for the quality of the discussions and the collaboration that made this transfer possible.
– PRESS Lyon
Endrick is Lyon's new player
Endrick played his last official match on December 17, when Real Madrid beat CF Talavera 3-2 in the King's Cup.
The forward joined Real Madrid last year from Palmeiras for €45m, plus bonuses and commissions worth another €15m.
He has made just three appearances this season, accumulating a total of 99 minutes.
In his debut season at Madrid under Carlo Ancelotti, the Brazilian played in 37 matches, 847 minutes.
However, with the arrival of Xabi Alonso as coach, he completely lost his role in the team.
Lyon are 5th in Ligue 1 with 27 points after 16 matches, 10 behind surprise leaders Lens.
25 million eurosit's Endrick's share, according to Transfermarkt
