Liverpool's ambitious attempt to sign Real Madrid forward Endrick earlier in the summer transfer window was firmly rejected by the Spanish giants, according to transfer specialist Fabrizio Romano.
"The club that really tried, but not now, three weeks ago, to sign Endrick was Liverpool," Romano stated while addressing the intense speculation surrounding the young Brazilian striker.
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SubscribeDespite serious inquiries from the Premier League side, Real Madrid hierarchy and manager Jose Mourinho maintained that the player was completely off the market for any potential permanent or loan departures.
Endrick's valuation within the squad rose significantly following a successful loan spell with Lyon during the second half of the previous season, convincing club officials to keep him in their long-term plans.
Jose Mourinho keeps squad closed despite Premier League interest
Real Madrid opted to keep their senior squad largely intact during the final stretch of the window, with Mourinho expressing total satisfaction with his group of players and completed summer business.
While several fringe players managed to secure moves away from Santiago Bernabeu, high-profile targets like Endrick continued to attract strong attention from elite European clubs.
Competition for places in the attacking department remains fierce for Endrick, with positions across the front line heavily contested by established stars like Kylian Mbappe and other emerging talents.
Currently sidelined due to an injury setback, Endrick is expected to reintegrate into the squad soon, presenting Mourinho with deep offensive choices as the season progresses.