Palmeiras academy director Joao Paulo Sampaio has name-checked Real Madrid and Chelsea when discussing Endrick's future.

Sampaio has likened the wonderkid to the Manchester United striker Cristiano Ronaldo.

"He has quality, a strong personality and a champion mentality," he said. "In that regard, he resembles Cristiano [Ronaldo]. He trains hard, is kind and has humility.

"We love him very much because he makes himself loved. He tries to please everyone around him."

Sampaio added by claiming that Endrick can become a 'world star' whose potential is as high as 'humanly possible'. The Palmeiras director addressed the speculation regarding the youngster's future and confirmed Chelsea's interest.

"If injuries respect him, I don't see a ceiling for him - as far as is humanly possible," Sampaio said. "He has everything to be a world star in the future.

"I am convinced that Endrick, if he does not have injury problems, will not disappoint anyone. What I want is to see him happy.

"He's a player for any great team, for Real Madrid, Barcelona, PSG, Chelsea, Manchester United - he's different," he added. "He is a born goalscorer and can be a world star. He has the technique, physique and mentality to go a long way. Wherever he goes, I wish him, above all, much happiness."