Ronaldinho: ‘Endrick can play in any league’ amid Roma and Milan links

Ronaldinho believes Endrick is ready for Serie A, saying his compatriot “can play in any league” as Roma and Milan consider a January move.

Speaking to the Corriere della Sera, via TuttoMercatoWeb, the Brazil legend was asked whether the Real Madrid forward could succeed in Italy, on the eve of his own long-awaited return to competitive football.

“Is he ready for Serie A? He can play in any league,” Ronaldinho said.

He went further when speaking to La Gazzetta dello Sport: “He’s a kid who can play anywhere in the world. He’s played in several leagues and done well, in France, Brazil and Spain. He’s very young and yes, he can play and do well.”

Endrick has played only 141 minutes for Real Madrid this season, scoring one goal and providing one assist, and he’s expected to leave on loan in January. Roma are in pole position, and Gian Piero Gasperini likes him. Milan are also interested, but Corriere dello Sport reported this week that Endrick isn’t keen on a move to San Siro.

José Mourinho has insisted the 20-year-old won’t be going out on loan, but Endrick admits he wants regular football.

Ronaldinho, meanwhile, is expected to play for Serie C side Ravenna in tomorrow’s derby against Forlì. It would be the 46-year-old former Milan and Barcelona star’s first competitive appearance since 2015.

Asked whether there’s another Ronaldinho out there, he said: “I don’t like making comparisons. There are a lot of players I like, Brazilians for example.”