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Arsenal legend Emmanuel Petit believes Endrick can thrive in the Premier League despite struggling for minutes at Real Madrid. The former France international has urged Mikel Arteta to consider the teenage forward and insists his raw talent can flourish in north London.
Petit has suggested that Arsenal should consider signing Real Madrid youngster Endrick, who is currently on loan at Lyon, as Arteta looks for further attacking options. The Brazilian forward has struggled for consistent playing time since arriving in Spain and found opportunities limited.
Despite the lack of minutes, Petit believes the Premier League could provide the ideal environment for the teenage striker to continue his development. The former Arsenal midfielder sees the north London club as a potential destination where the forward’s talent can be properly nurtured.
Petit praises talent but notes rough edges
Speaks in Andy’s Bet Clubhighlighted Petit Endrick’s potential while acknowledging the teenager still has aspects of his game to refine.
“He’s so young, only 19 years old,” Petit said. “He is very talented, very gifted, but he is like a crazy horse with a lot of energy. On the pitch, he is sometimes a little too selfish. But at the same time, he knows that he has enormous qualities.”
“He needs to be in the right environment to improve and develop because this guy is a diamond. What kind of club would be very good for him? Given his qualities, I would love him to come to Arsenal, to be honest with you.”
Brazilian future and national team concerns
Endrick is widely regarded as one of Brazil’s most promising young talents and is expected to play a significant role for the national team in the coming years. However, Petit also expressed concern about the current direction from the Brazilian side.
“He can also impress at the World Cup, but Brazil are not the same team they were, they don’t play Brazilian football anymore,” he explained. “I saw a game against France in America three weeks ago and we beat them again.”
“I looked at the team, of course, there were some players missing, but I think: ‘Wow, the Brazilian team has changed so much. I remember so many big, big names, great players in that national team. Endrick, he has something about him. He can do something during the World Cup, there is a place for him in their XI.’
Uncertain club future for Real Madrid’s youngsters
For now, Endrick’s immediate future remains linked to Real Madrid as he continues to compete for playing time in a star-studded squad. Whether the club choose to keep the youngster in Madrid or consider a move that guarantees more minutes could shape the next phase of his development.
Arsenal, meanwhile, continue to evaluate attacking reinforcements as Arteta looks to bolster his squad, and a highly-rated young striker like Endrick could represent a long-term option should an opportunity present itself.
