How many allies does Endrick have at Roma, and is he ready to say yes? But Mourinho is holding firm

Real Madrid winger Endrick wants regular playing time; Roma pushing for loan deal with option to buy, backed by Ancelotti, Rüdiger and Huijsen, but Mourinho wants him to stay and develop at Madrid.

Endrick Felipe Moreira de Sousa, the 20-year-old Brazilian winger who joined Real Madrid for nearly €60 million last summer, is attracting serious interest from Roma. The player has struggled for minutes at the Bernabéu this season, appearing in just four Liga matches and three Champions League games totalling 56 minutes, though he did score and assist in Madrid's 4-0 comeback win at the Olimpico against Roma in December.

Real Madrid manager José Mourinho has reportedly requested that Real Madrid keep Endrick, believing he will prove crucial in the second half of the season. However, the Italian club is actively pursuing a loan deal with an option to buy. Endrick has repeatedly expressed his desire to play regularly and be happy, and Roma's atmosphere in the Champions League has made an impression on him.

The move has backing from several quarters: Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti has spoken positively about Rome to Endrick, while his Real Madrid teammates Antonio Rüdiger and Benoît Huijsen have explained the warmth of the Roma fanbase. Wesley, Endrick's Brazil teammate, is also reportedly supporting the move.

Despite the interest and support, Mourinho's preference for Endrick to remain and develop at Madrid presents an obstacle to Roma's pursuit.