Endrick is a kid who has been in the spotlight in Brazil since he was 11 and has high expectations at 17. I have not been closely following football for very long, and this is the first time I see this. Is that common? Did this media circus happen with Ronaldo, Neymar, Messi, CR7 and other young talents in football who went on to be great? I guess I’m just fearful that this much pressure on a kid might mean he doesn’t match expectations, so i’m looking for some success stories that came from situations similar to his haha.
I doubt it makes much difference compared to every other young player who goes to a big academy - massive amount of pressure on young players to succeed in general, only 1% or so make it to a pro contract.
It is fairly common to have some young players hyped up - Kendry Paez is another youngster already signed for £10m+ whilst still playing in Ecuador.