Leaving Real Madrid, Endrick makes a special comment about Cristiano Ronaldo

Leaving Real Madrid to find more opportunities on the field, Endrick swiftly made an impact at Lyon. Remarkably, the young Brazilian forward unexpectedly referenced Cristiano Ronaldo with a concise remark that drew significant attention from football fans.

According to beinSPORTS, the striker born in 2006 revealed who his biggest idol is in his career and the position he truly feels best suited for. After leaving Real Madrid to pursue regular playing time, Endrick immediately made a strong impression in Ligue 1. In just 3 matches, he scored 4 goals and provided 1 assist, quickly becoming a new offensive pillar for Lyon.

Aiming to participate in the 2026 World Cup, Endrick affirmed that Cristiano Ronaldo is the greatest inspiration in his career. Endrick shared in an interview with L’Équipe (France): “Cristiano Ronaldo is my number one idol. He is an incomparable player who always works with extreme intensity. Ronaldo is the model of someone who constantly strives to improve every day.”

Although he admits that he is best suited as a central striker, Endrick also stated that he is willing to adapt for the benefit of the team. Endrick said: “Anyone who understands football knows that my position is not on the right wing, I am a number 9. But I want to play and will do everything to help the team.”

The Brazilian forward also mentioned that coach Paulo Fonseca gives him a certain amount of freedom when playing out wide: “When playing on the right wing, the coach gives me quite a lot of freedom. He knows I am a number 9, but right now, the team needs me in that position.”

The numbers speak for themselves. In just a few initial Ligue 1 games, Endrick scored 3 goals and provided 1 assist, before adding an important goal in the French Cup match against Lille. However, the highlight of his journey in France came in the match against Metz.

In just the first few Ligue 1 matches, Endrick netted 3 goals and had 1 assist, then added a crucial goal in the French Cup game against Lille. Yet, the peak of his time in France was in the clash with Metz. With an explosive performance, Endrick scored a hat-trick, becoming the youngest Brazilian player to score 3 goals in a single match in Europe, surpassing a record that had stood for decades held by the legendary Ronaldo Nazário.