Aston Villa targets Endrick for loan amid Rodri transfer talks
The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 6:15 AM
Last updated Aug 10, 2026
Aston Villa has shown interest in Brazilian forward Endrick for a potential loan move from Real Madrid. Endrick previously impressed while on loan at Lyon and could provide a boost to Villa after selling key players. Meanwhile, Manchester City is facing pressure regarding Rodri’s future as Barcelona prepares a new bid, potentially including Frenkie de Jong in negotiations. City is reportedly reluctant to sell Rodri, who has one year left on his contract.
- •Aston Villa makes an enquiry about Endrick from Real Madrid.
- •Endrick had a successful loan at Lyon last season.
- •Barcelona's first bid for Rodri was rejected.
- •City may consider offers for Rodri with a year left on his contract.
- •A deal could involve Frenkie de Jong moving to Manchester City.
- 6:15 AMThe Guardian Sport — Football transfer rumours: Endrick set for Villa loan? De Jong offered in Rodri deal?
"Today’s fluff is counting the pennies A sense of excitement is what Aston Villa need at the moment after selling off key players. What better way to create it than signing a prodigal talent from Real Madrid? The Villans have made an enquiry about Brazilian Endrick, who impressed on loan at Lyon last season, and would make a similar temporary move to the Premier League, all being good and well. Manchester City are not particularly keen on selling Rodri but, with a year remaining on his contract, money may well talk, especially if the midfielder wants to leave. A first Barcelona bid was rejected but they are readying another to tempt a sale. One potential idea is to offer up Frenkie de Jong as part of the deal so at least Enzo Maresca would have a shiny new midfielder to play with. Continue reading...
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