Endrick was seen in tears at the Allianz Parque in Sao Paulo ahead of his final match for Brazilian side Palmeiras on May 30, 2024.
The attacker played about 70 minutes of action in the Copa Libertadores encounter against San Lorenzo, which ended 0-0.
Palmeiras fans organized a special tribute for Endrick at the Allianz Parque, displaying a huge banner in the stands to bid farewell to the burgeoning Brazilian forward.
The banner, consisting of green letters on a white background, read “Até Logo” (See you later).
It also featured an image of Endrick on the club’s emblem, with the remaining fans of Palmeiras waving white flags to honor Endrick.
The 17-year-old walked out from the tunnel with a straight look on his face, stylishly acknowledging the cheers of the fans before the commencement of the clash.
Why Was Endrick In Tears In His Final Match For Palmeiras?
However, Endrick could not hold back his tears after seeing the tribute, with the forward becoming emotional during his final game for the club.
The Real Madrid-bound striker has been at Palmeiras since he was 11 years old, and he has consistently developed through the ranks of the Brazilian side.
Endrick signed his first professional contract with Palmeiras on January 1, 2023, and he made 81 appearances for the side, scoring 21 goals and providing 4 assists across all competitions.
His performances with Palmeiras caught the eye of several top European clubs including Chelsea and Real Madrid.
However, Los Blancos were swift in indicating their interest in signing the youngster, who also preferred joining the Spanish club over the Stamford Bridge side.
How Much Did Real Madrid Pay To Sign Endrick?
Real Madrid have parted with €47.50 million to get his signature, and he will officially join the club on July 21, 2024.
Moreover, Endrick’s attention shifts to the national team of Brazil, as he will travel to the United States Of America to join the squad for the Copa America, which will go down from June 20, 2024, to July 14, 2024.
He made his debut for the Selecao on November 17, 2023, featuring in a 2-1 defeat for Brazil against Colombia.
The 17-year-old scored his first international goal on March 23, 2024, helping Dorival Júnior’s side secure a slim 1-0 victory over England.
Endrick also netted a goal in Brazil’s 3-3 draw against the national team of Spain, coming on from the bench to score the second goal of the affair for the South American side.
Internationally, the forward has made 4 appearances for Brazil, scoring 2 goals and providing no assist in all competitions.
Endrick is seen as the most exciting prospect in Brazilian football since Neymar, with the attacker already displaying impressive skills and strength despite his age.
He has also been likened to Brazilian great Ronaldo De Lima, who also accentuated quality at Real Madrid.
Los Blancos will be hoping that he fulfills his potential at the club, especially under the guidance of several top stars.
