Endrick's name remains on AC Milan's list ahead of the upcoming January transfer window. The Brazilian is highly appreciated by Gerry Cardinale and Ruben Amorim, but the Rossoneri must be wary of the fierce competition that has emerged for the young Real Madrid talent, particularly from Roma. However, a factor could come into play in Milan's favour in the race for the former Lyon player: Brett Yormark, the new CEO of Milan Sports & Entertainment. The holding company launched yesterday by RedBird will have Milan as its main sporting asset, and its newly appointed executive brings with him a particularly close, almost family-like relationship with Roc Nation, the agency that represents, among others, Endrick himself. A connection that could represent an important card for Cardinale to play.
Why Yormark could be key for Milan
Brett Yormark knows Roc Nation inside out, particularly because he was appointed co-CEO of RC Unified in 2019. However, his connection with the agency representing the famous singer Jay-Z is also a family one. His twin brother, Michael Yormark, is in fact currently the President and CEO of Roc Nation Sports International, an organisation directly involved in managing Endrick's career.
In recent months, Milan had already taken concrete steps regarding the 2006-born player, but received a 'no' from Real Madrid. However, given the already excellent relationship between Cardinale and Roc Nation, Yormark's arrival at RedBird does not automatically determine the outcome of any potential negotiations with Los Blancos for Endrick, but undoubtedly strengthens an already existing channel, which could allow Milan to leave the competition behind.
Milan-Roc Nation-Endrick
Meanwhile, Endrick has come out into the open for the first time, revealing his intentions ahead of January. In a recent interview, the Brazilian said: "I want to play, be happy and help my team-mates. I don't know what will happen in January." He also added that he will do everything within his power to continue developing his career.
The key issue in all of this inevitably remains Real Madrid, who are determined to keep the youngster and are not open to the possibility of a loan. With Los Blancos, the only viable route is therefore a permanent transfer, but the asking price is daunting: figures of over €60 million have been mentioned. The situation is therefore complicated, but the Cardinale-Yormark-Roc Nation connection could offer Milan a privileged channel to bring Endrick to the Rossoneri from January. This was reported by Milan News.
