Uncapped Palmeiras forward, Endrick, has been called up to Brazil’s squad for their FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Colombia and Argentina.
The Real Madrid-bound wonder kid, 17, has scored three goals in the last two games for Palmeiras.
“He is a player who has the potential to be a great talents,” Brazil coach Fernando Diniz said of Endrick.
Endrick has scored 11 goals in 47 games across all competitions for Palmeiras this season. Real Madrid announced in December that Endrick would join them when he turns 18 in July 2024.
His father and agent, Douglas Ramos, told ESPN that his son’s inclusion in the Brazil team has caught them by surprise.
Among the other newcomers to the squad are forwards, Pepê, from FC Porto and Brighton and Hove Albion’s João Pedro. Tottenham’s Richarlison and Wolverhampton’s Matheus Cunha were left out of the squad.
Diniz’s side is third in its qualifying group with seven points from four games.
Brazil’s Football Confederation (CBF) announced on Monday that the team will play an international friendly against England at Wembley on March 23, 2024.
