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Pato confirms Cardinale tried to sign Endrick: “He cares a lot about Milan”

By: Isak Möller Alexandre Pato has confirmed that Gerry Cardinale tried to sign his compatriot, Endrick, from Real Madrid in the summer. Towards the end of the transfer window, some rumours suggested that Milan were trying to complete a big-name…

Published: Saturday, 3 October 2026 at 1:30 PM
Pato confirms Cardinale tried to sign Endrick: “He cares a lot about Milan”
Key Things to Know
  • Alexandre Pato confirmed that AC Milan owner Gerry Cardinale tried and failed to sign Endrick in the summer.
  • Pato advised the 20-year-old Brazilian striker to leave Real Madrid to secure regular playing time.
  • Endrick has played only four minutes across Real Madrid's first eight matches of the season.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Former AC Milan forward Alexandre Pato has revealed that club owner Gerry Cardinale attempted to sign Real Madrid striker Endrick during the summer transfer window. Speaking at the Festival dello Sport, Pato confirmed that Cardinale pursued the Brazilian forward but ultimately did not succeed in securing a deal.

Pato suggested that the 20-year-old striker needs to seek a move to find regular playing time, noting that Endrick has managed only four minutes across eight games this season. Previous reports had linked Milan with a potential loan move for the forward before the transfer deadline.

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