Arsenal 'newcomer' in race for Brazilian as Aston Villa hover – PL battle in January

Arsenal join Aston Villa, AC Milan and Roma in pursuing Real Madrid's Endrick, who has struggled for minutes under Mourinho this season.

Endrick, the 20-year-old Brazilian attacker at Real Madrid, has become a target for multiple Premier League clubs after failing to establish himself under Jose Mourinho. The player has featured in fewer than 80 minutes of La Liga action this season, with only five minutes against Racing at the weekend, despite impressing in the Champions League against Roma.

Aston Villa have been tracking Endrick's situation, and Arsenal have now emerged as a 'newcomer' in the race. AC Milan and Roma are also pursuing the attacker, with Milan owner Gerry Cardinale particularly keen on the move. Milan may hold an advantage through their relationship with Endrick's agency RocNation, which has close ties to the club's ownership structure.

Mourinho has stated firmly that he wants to keep Endrick and his resolve has only strengthened in recent months. However, the player's limited opportunities could prompt Real Madrid to consider a departure in January, when the transfer window opens.