Brazilian forward Endrick has been unveiled as a Real Madrid player and it was an emotional moment for the youngster.
Madrid secured Endrick’s transfer in December 2022 but had to wait until he turned 18 before bringing him to the club from Palmeiras and have finally done so.
Endrick was given a rousing welcome by over 40,000 fans at the Santiago Bernabeu, which left him in tears during the presentation event.
Following his presentation, the youngster fielded questions from the media in his first press conference as a Real Madrid player and answered a plethora of questions.
Addressing how he felt about finally securing his dream transfer to Real Madrid, Endrick said:
“Very happy, as I said on the pitch. It’s been a dream since I was a kid to be playing for Real Madrid. I’m very grateful to God, because only God knows what I’ve been through. It’s a very big responsibility.”
When asked why he broke into tears at his presentation, the teenage striker added: “I hadn’t planned it, but I’ve loved Real Madrid since I was a kid. I saw Cristiano Ronaldo and because of him I wanted to know a bit more about Real Madrid.
“Years ago I looked up all the idols, also Butragueño. Since I was a child I was in love with Real Madrid. I didn’t want to cry, but it came from my soul.”
On how he felt about the presentation ceremony, Endrick said: “I didn’t expect so many people. I just arrived and when I got to the pitch and saw it full, I thought: ‘These fans are incredible’. They have received me very well. I’m very happy.
“It’s super special that the stadium was shouting my name. For me and my family.”
Endrick even went on to insist that he hopes to stay at Real Madrid his entire life, saying: “I’ve always wanted Real Madrid. I’ve been signing for a long time. I hope to stay here for the rest of my life.
“I’m happy to have been able to sign with the presi. For me, three hours is a lot and when I was going to the dressing room it was two and a half hours and it seemed like a world. What I want is to stay here forever.”
