New Balance Signs Football Prodigy Endrick
Fri, Dec 29.23
New Balance has pulled off a massive signing to cap off an impressive 2023 for the Boston-based brand, with 17-year-old Brazilian wonderkid, Endrick, signing a long-term contract.
One could have assumed Nike or adidas would have been all over the young talent, dubbed the "New Neymar" or even the "Next Pelé" by some. The hype around this kid is already next level, and if you've caught any Palmeiras action over the last year, you'll understand why.
At just 16 years, two months, and 16 days, Endrick became the youngest player to appear for the Brazilian giants' first team. It wasn't long until he was on the scoresheet too, becoming the second youngest goalscorer in the history of the Brazilian Serie A.
This is far from your average talent, and boy, does Brazil need it. With Neymar's career winding down and the Brazilian national team struggling at the moment, this could be the player the fans pin their hopes on, along with Vini Jr, for years to come. That pressure doesn't seem to affect him yet, but there's even more pressure on the horizon soon with a move to Real Madrid locked in for July 2024, following the same path, albeit at a much earlier age, of his hero Ronaldo Rozario.
With already 6.6 million followers on Instagram, New Balance has got their next star man with massive global reach, which is set to explode when he arrives in Europe. To put his numbers into perspective, Bukayo Saka, one of the best players in the Premier League, currently has 5.7 million. Imagine when Endrick starts to make his mark at the Santiago Bernabéu.
The deal reportedly extends until 2028, giving New Balance ample time to nurture Endrick's image and leverage his growing fame. They've already unveiled his signature boot, the 'Accolade’ Tekela v4+ Low Endrick boots, a stunning black and gold design that's sure to be a hit amongst young fans. What a beautiful way to kick things off.
The implications of this move are far-reaching. It signals New Balance's intent to challenge the established giants like Nike and adidas in the footballing market. It also underscores their commitment to innovation and their willingness to disrupt the status quo, and they're putting together a roster of young talent to push the brand forward. It's a really exciting time.
Endrick's talent is undeniable, and his potential is limitless. With New Balance's backing, he has the resources and platform to grow into a true global superstar. Stay tuned for some very exciting product drops in the future at Ultra Football as we'll be part of the journey.
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