Softfootball understands that Real Madrid’s agreement with Olympique Lyon still contains a recall clause for Endrick, but despite recent changes at the top, the club is not planning to act on it, as reported by Fabrizio Romano via his official X account.
He said:
Real Madrid have re-call clause for Endrick deal at Olympique Lyon but no plans to activate it following Xabi Alonso out. Clause only valid until January 20 + Real very happy with Endrick start at OL and player very happy after debut goal.
The clause runs until January 20, 2026, and only comes into play if Madrid suffers a long-term injury to a first-team striker. Right now, that situation hasn’t happened, and there’s no sense of urgency inside the club.
Xabi Alonso and Real Madrid parted ways on January 12, 2026, with Álvaro Arbeloa stepping in as the new head coach. As expected, the decision sparked talk about possible squad reshuffles, but Endrick’s name hasn’t really been part of those internal discussions. From Madrid’s point of view, the plan hasn’t changed, even if the bench has.
What helps is how things have started in France. Endrick made a fast impression at Lyon, scoring the winning goal on his debut in a 2–1 Coupe de France win over Lille on January 11.
People close to the player say he looks more relaxed now. Endrick himself admitted he has his smile back and feels at home in France, words that quietly say a lot. His early months in Madrid were heavy, full of pressure and expectation, and that can weigh on anyone, especially at 19.
The six-month loan was completed on December 23, 2025. Lyon paid a €1 million loan fee, with salary costs shared between both clubs. There’s no buy option included, and Real Madrid still holds full control, with Endrick under contract until 2030. That security matters to them.
Even with Arbeloa now in charge, Madrid sees this loan as part of a bigger picture, not something to panic over. There’s also extra motivation for Endrick. With Carlo Ancelotti now coaching Brazil, every performance is being watched ahead of the 2026 World Cup. He knows it. Madrid knows it too.
For now, they’re waiting. Watching Endrick develop faster and build his confidence feels like a much better option.
