Barcelona in pole position to sign JJ Gabriel as exit looms
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 8:07 PM
Last updated Sep 16, 2026
Barcelona has emerged as the frontrunner to sign 15-year-old JJ Gabriel from Manchester United. Sources indicate Gabriel visited Barcelona's training ground this summer, where he met players including Wojciech Szczesny and Sergio Busquets. The teenager's desire to leave Manchester United comes just before his 16th birthday next month, as he is eligible to move abroad. Real Madrid has also shown interest, but reports suggest Barcelona has gained an advantage in negotiations.
- •JJ Gabriel is currently a 15-year-old player at Manchester United.
- •He visited Barcelona's training ground and met several players.
- •Manchester United is trying to keep Gabriel amid exit talks.
- •Real Madrid has also expressed interest in the young prospect.
- 8:07 PMYahoo Sports — Barcelona take lead in race to sign JJ Gabriel as training ground visit revealed
"The teenager was at the club at the end of last season.
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