Chelsea are reported to have joined the race to sign 16-year-old Brazilian wonderkid Endrick from Palmeiras.
The west London club, looking to rebuild under manager Thomas Tuchel with the funds provided by new owners led by Todd Boehly, are said to be keen on rivalling Real Madrid and Barcelona for the youngster.
According to Brazilian journalist Jorge Nicola, via Spanish publication Diario AS, Chelsea's proposal was well received by the player and his family.
Endrick is yet to make his Copa Libertadores berth for Palmeiras but is already said to be eyeing up a move to Europe.