When Real Madrid agreed to sign Indrik PhilippiThey had little doubt that they were getting a future star of world football. What the La Liga giants did not expect was that the teenager would find his feet in the professional game so quickly, and with such amazing impact. Although he is not yet 18 years old, the striker has already won two Brazilian league titles with Palmeiras, playing a key role in both title victories. Furthermore, Indrik has broken a series of age records for the Brazilian national team and is set to feature in this summer's Copa America with the Seleção.
As previously revealed by Diario AS, Real Madrid will pay an initial €35 million ($38 million) for the youngster, plus a further €25 million ($27 million) in performance-related add-ons. Regarding the evidence Endrick has presented so far, This deal is shaping up as an absolute steal.
Endrik is eager to compete with Mbappe and co
When Indrik arrives in Spain – he is due to join Madrid after he turns 18 in July – He can expect to receive a higher status than that given to Vinicius Junior and Rodrigo Goes Upon arrival from Brazil. When Vinicius and Rodrigo made their debut at the Bernabéu as teenagers, they had significantly less experience at elite level than their compatriots. By the time he becomes a Real Madrid player, Indrik will be on his way to making around 100 appearances for club and country, having already become a regular selection for Brazil.
Endrik has a clear plan for his arrival in the Spanish capital: although the expected summer signing of Kylian Mbappe will increase competition for places in Madrid's attack, The 17-year-old is relishing the challenge of fighting for his first-team place at the Bernabéu.. He doesn't want to go out on an initial loan; He believes in his talent.
Although nothing was stipulated in the contract he signed with Madrid, The idea of the club is for Indrik to become a full member of the first team from the start.. While Vinicius started his life at the club in the B team, for example, that option has been ruled out when it comes to Indrik. Real Madrid view him as a player who is already at the top level in football at the highest level.
A loan move from Real Madrid is not completely ruled out
However, while Endrik is not considering a loan move given the current situation, the roadmap he has drawn up with his representatives is… Includes an intention to evaluate his situation at the club after his first six months In Spain. With the January transfer window opening, this would be a good time to consider a potential temporary switch if necessary. For a loan to really be considered, Endrik would have to be almost completely frozen out of the first-team picture – a prospect that is simply unforeseeable.
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Promoting Indrik's exciting work for Real Madrid
Not only do Madrid expect Indrek to be a productive investment on the pitch. He has already established himself as a global icon, amassing more than 14 million followers on his social media accounts – including 10 on Instagram. He is the only footballer under the age of 18 with this number of followers. In comparison, 16-year-old Barcelona and Spain star Lamine Yamal has just under seven million. A footballer inundated with endorsement proposals, Indrik offers Madrid the possibility of a healthy financial return, given that they have negotiated a 50-50 split of the youngster's image rights.
Despite his young age, he has five sponsors: Sportswear brand New Balance, dental hygiene company OdontoCompany, streaming service HBO Max, betting company Red do Pitacob, and pharmaceutical brand Neosaldina. Ahead of the Copa America, which will be held in the United States in June and July, he will be the face of Panini's sticker album for the tournament in the Brazilian market.
