Reports of Arsenal interest in Real Madrid forward Endrick have been dismissed by key sources, according to The Athletic, after a week of speculation about a possible January move to north London.

Claims described as untrue

Mario Cortegana writes for The Athletic that no decision has yet been taken over whether Endrick will leave Real Madrid in the winter window. The forward would push for a transfer, however, if it appears his minutes are unlikely to improve.

Cortegana further notes that key sources have labeled as false the reports linking the player to both Arsenal and Sporting CP. Real Madrid and head coach Jose Mourinho want Endrick to stay, and the club believes he will get playing time eventually.

Where the speculation came from

The denial follows a run of reports over the past week. In a Tuesday report for the Independent, Miguel Delaney said Arsenal were considering Endrick as a possible January addition to their forward line.

Ramon Alvarez de Mon, a Spanish journalist, likewise reported that Arsenal had become the most recent club to express interest in Endrick, who wants increased playing time.

Endrick's season so far

The forward has managed 141 minutes on the pitch this season, with a goal and an assist to his name. Both contributions came in Real Madrid's comeback against AS Roma, taking his side from 3-1 down to 3-3 before Antonio Rudiger scored a late winner. Roma are reportedly interested in signing him.

Endrick also spent last season on loan at Olympique Lyon, where he scored eight goals and provided eight assists in 21 games.

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