Endrick: Incoming Real Madrid 'Wonderkid' Chooses Favourite Ronaldo Between CR7 and R9

Endrick: Incoming Real Madrid 'Wonderkid' Chooses Favourite Ronaldo Between CR7 and R9

Godwin Nii Armah Tagoe
updated at February 13, 2024 at 11:54 AM
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  • Endrick has picked his favourite Ronaldo between Cristiano and R9
  • The promising Brazilian star is set to join Real Madrid next summer
  • He helped Palmeiras win the Brazilian championship against Gremio

Endrick Felipe Moreira de Sousa, commonly known as Endrick, recently picked his preference between Cristiano Ronaldo and Ronaldo Nazario ahead of his major move to Real Madrid.

The teenage sensation played a pivotal role in Palmeiras securing the Brazilian top flight championship, edging out a Luis Suarez-inspired Gremio before his much-vaunted move to Spain.

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Incoming Real Madrid star, Endrick chose his favourite between Ronaldo Nazario and Cristiano Ronaldo. Photos by Martin Rose, Ricardo Moreira and Power Sport Images.
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Considered Brazil's upcoming sensation, the 17-year-old is anticipated to follow the path of illustrious predecessors who have carved their careers to global stardom through a similar trajectory.

Endrick tours Madrid ahead of move

Already making strides in adapting to life at the Spanish giants, a report from GOAL highlighted parts of his recent visit to the Spanish capital.

He toured the Valdebebas training ground, meeting his future teammates, and later witnessed Real Madrid's commanding 4-1 La Liga triumph against Villarreal at the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium.

Presently in the Spanish capital, Endrickis awaiting his official signing with the club, slated for next summer when he turns 18.

Despite this, he has received a warm reception at his new club, particularly from manager, Carlo Ancelotti, who advised him to savour the moment.

R9 or CR7: Endrick picks favourite Ronaldo

When faced with the choice between Cristiano and Ronaldo Nazario, despite his Brazilian roots, Endrick surprised many by favouring the Portuguese star.

The two namesakes left an indelible mark on Real Madrid. Despite playing in different eras, their respective impacts in the white jersey remain unmatched.

R9, nicknamed El Fenomeno for his extraordinary skills, netted 103 goals and contributed 35 assists across 177 appearances for the club, per Transfermarkt.

On the other hand, Cristiano shone with numerous trophies and goal contributions during his tenure in Spain, tallying 450 goals and 131 assists in 438 games.

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Endrick could have joined Chelsea instead

Sports Brief previously reported that Brazilian wonderkid Endrick was close to signing with Chelsea, but a deal never materialised.

Instead, the highly-rated Palmeiras star signed with Real Madrid and will join the Spanish giants once he turns 18 next summer.

According to his father, Douglas Sousa, a transfer to Chelsea was 'all but done' and they even travelled to England to watch a game.

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Godwin Nii Armah Tagoe
Godwin Nii Armah Tagoe is a Ligue 1, Bundesliga, and La Liga editor with five-year experience. He previously worked with Sports Corna and 360SportsGH.
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