West Ham United have registered formal interest in securing Real Madrid striker Endrick on a winter loan, according to a report. The move is understood to be part of a wider search for regular minutes for the 19-year-old, whose opportunities at the Santiago Bernabéu have been limited.

In his debut season Endrick made 37 appearances across all competitions but was restricted to fewer than 850 minutes and just eight starts. This year, however, he is yet to even take to the pitch, and sources suggest his determination to stay and fight for a place has cooled in recent weeks.

A January loan exit is now thought to be on the cards. The Daily Mail names West Ham among those chasing his signature and describes their interest as a high-profile winter option. Several La Liga clubs are also reported to be in the market for Endrick, with strugglers Real Oviedo singled out as one of the Spanish suitors.

Real Madrid are said to prefer a loan move within Spain’s top flight, but Endrick may be tempted by the appeal of a Premier League experience. Crucially, neither Madrid nor Endrick are reportedly considering a permanent transfer. Both parties still believe in a long-term future together, but there is a clear acceptance that the player needs consistent game time away from the Bernabéu to continue his development.

Frustration at a lack of minutes has surfaced visibly. Endrick was described as cutting a disappointed figure on the bench and kicked a water bottle earlier this month when informed he would not be entering the game. Real Madrid are said to be sympathetic to his feelings and conscious that the 19-year-old’s time at the club has not yet gone to plan.

Any move in January would be structured as a temporary solution aimed at preserving the relationship between player and parent club while addressing the immediate need for regular first-team football.

West Ham United have emerged as the latest club to show interest in Manchester United striker Joshua Zirkzee, with reports saying a move could be possible when the January window opens. Interest has also been reported from Serie A sides Roma and Como, with Fabrizio Romano noting Zirkzee may have the chance to remain in the Premier League with West Ham.

The 24-year-old’s situation at Old Trafford has been marked by limited playing time. He has played just 82 minutes in four appearances across all competitions, and those restricted opportunities have coincided with personal frustration. Zirkzee is said to be concerned about his chances of making the Netherlands squad for the 2026 World Cup, having not played for his country since late 2024.

If he chooses to leave in January, Zirkzee may have the option of joining West Ham, who have signalled their interest in signing the 24-year-old once the transfer window opens. Whether Manchester United will agree to an exit is a separate issue. Zirkzee is contracted to the club until 2029 and the deal includes the option of a 12-month extension. Despite his lack of minutes, he has remained a permanent fixture in matchday squads as cover for the forward line.

His absence from the national team was raised with Netherlands manager Ronald Koeman earlier this month. “If they eventually play more, they’ll remain options,” Koeman said of Zirkzee and another fringe striker, Brian Brobbey. “But we’re also looking beyond that.”

Manchester United also have internal options to consider. Seventeen-year-old Chido Obi featured in the senior squad late last season but has returned to the academy this year, representing another pathway for the club as they manage their forward resources.

The situation will be one to watch as the January transfer window approaches, with Zirkzee weighing his future between limited minutes at Manchester United and potential opportunities elsewhere.

More than £3 billion ($4 billion) and 155 incoming transfers set high expectations across the Premier League this summer. Several recruits have settled quickly, but others have produced worrying initial returns that have left managers and supporters asking questions.

Everton’s Thierno Barry arrived from Villarreal after a season that yielded 11 goals and four assists. The 22-year-old joined for £27 million ($36 million) with time to adapt, but he remains behind Beto, has made two Premier League starts, nine appearances in total and is still searching for his first goal or assist for the club. On two occasions he was substituted early: at half time at Anfield and after about an hour at home to Brighton & Hove Albion.

West Ham’s £20 million ($26.7 million) signing Mads Hermansen began the campaign as Graham Potter’s first-choice goalkeeper but has endured a difficult start. The 25-year-old conceded 11 times in four appearances, sustained several high-profile errors and has dropped behind Alphonse Areola with Nuno Espírito Santo opting against an early recall.

Anthony Elanga moved to Newcastle for £55 million ($73.4 million) after scoring 18 goals for Nottingham Forest in 2024–25. The 23-year-old has made 10 appearances for the Magpies without a goal or assist and has oscillated between starting and the bench while competing with Anthony Gordon, Harvey Barnes and Jacob Murphy.

Jean-Clair Todibo’s permanent move to West Ham cost £32.8 million ($43.8 million) after an obligation to buy. He has fallen out of favour following disciplinary issues under Potter and is unlikely to figure under Espírito Santo.

James Trafford returned to Manchester City for £31 million ($41.3 million) but is now behind Gianluigi Donnarumma and has been restricted to the bench following a difficult display against Tottenham Hotspur.

Alexander Isak joined Liverpool for a Premier League record £125 million ($166.9 million) but missed pre-season after a strike. Arne Slot has eased him in, using him alongside Hugo Ekitiké, with the record signing yet to reach expected levels.

Newcastle paid £55 million ($73.4 million) for Yoane Wissa from Brentford, but a knee injury means he is yet to play for his new club and has only two competitive appearances since the end of last season.

Chelsea’s £51.5 million ($68.7 million) addition Jamie Gittens has made seven appearances and three starts without making a major impact. At Liverpool, Milos Kerkez arrived for £40 million ($53.4 million) to succeed Andy Robertson but has made a sluggish start, was bullied on his debut by Antoine Semenyo and was hooked in the first half against Burnley as he edged toward a red card.

It remains early and circumstances differ across clubs, but the opening weeks have provided enough evidence to raise concerns about several high-cost recruits.