As the football world prepares to say goodbye to some of the game’s greatest talents, Real Madrid is currently ensuring that they are affiliated with the next generation of stars starting with signing Brazilian teenage prodigy Endrick from Palmeiras.

The 16-year-old forward, who has been touted as one of Brazil’s best upcoming talents, is set to join the Spanish Juggernauts in July 2024 from his current team Palmeiras in a pre-transfer deal.

This is due to Fifa rules prohibiting players under the age of 18 from being transferred abroad.

Palmeiras and Madrid have not disclosed the length of the contract, however, said Endrick will be visiting his new club’s facilities in Spain next week.

In a statement on Palmeiras website, Endrick said: “I thank Palmeiras, forever the club of my heart, for offering me everything necessary to become what I am today, for helping me to accomplish several of my dreams and for respecting my desire and that of my family to make another dream come true.”

“Until I join Real Madrid, I will continue to dedicate myself as I have always dedicated myself to being able to offer Palmeiras even more on the field.”

Endrick is both the youngest player and goal scorer in Palmeiras’ history.

The Brazil under-17 international has netted three times in seven Brazilian Serie A games this season.

The Brazilian club’s president Leila Pereira said: “We have completed the biggest negotiation in the history of Brazilian football.

“Real Madrid’s proposal is compatible with Endrick’s enormous talent and corresponds to the sporting and financial goals that we have established since the beginning of negotiations,” BBC reports.

Endrick’s signing will add to Madrid’s cadre of talented young Brazil talent in their stables such as Vinicius Jr 22 and 22-year-old Rodrygo, both of whom featured in Brazil’s World Cup campaign recently.