Filthy Nutmeg Goes Viral
Endrick, the 17-year-old Brazilian wonderkid playing for Palmeiras, has set social media ablaze with an incredible display of skill during a recent match against Flamengo.
Endrick Nutmegs Former Liverpool Player
The incident occurred during a scoreless draw between the two Brazilian powerhouses. The Palmeiras mesmerized fans with a deft move that left Flamengo’s Allan Rodrigues (formerly of Liverpool) completely embarrassed.
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Endrick skillfully controlled the ball past Allan before maneuvering his body to position himself between the defender and the ball. With a quick flick, he sent the ball behind himself and through Allan’s legs, leaving the midfielder grasping at straws as Endrick sped away.
Fans React
The audacious nutmeg sparked a frenzy on social media, with fans marveling at the youngster’s talent.
- One fan commented: “A crime being committed!”
- Another joked: “You do this to me once and I’ll send you straight to a wheelchair in the same game. This is pure humiliation.”
- A third remarked on his playing style, reminiscent of the 1960s: “Everything about this kid is giving 60s football.”
The Brazilian wonderkid upcoming move to Real Madrid only fueled the online firestorm:
- A fourth fan pointed out: “I keep forgetting Madrid are also getting this guy too. This team is gonna be too fake.”
- Another simply stated: “Narh, this boy is a superstar!”
Endrick Signs with Real Madrid
Endrick’s future is already secured, with a move to Real Madrid confirmed for the summer. The young prodigy has signed a contract that extends until 2027, with an option for Los Blancos to extend it further.
Chelsea were also keen on acquiring Endrick and even hosted him at their training ground. However, their efforts proved futile as Real Madrid emerged victorious in the race to sign one of the most exciting young talents in world football.
