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Manchester United and Barcelona pursue Gabriel Rajkovic from Vålerenga

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 4:05 PM

Last updated Sep 18, 2026

Manchester United and Barcelona pursue Gabriel Rajkovic from Vålerenga

Summary

Manchester United is in competition with Barcelona to sign 15-year-old Gabriel Rajkovic from Vålerenga Fotball. United's scouts attended a recent match where Rajkovic scored a late equaliser. The teenage midfielder is viewed as a promising talent and has expressed admiration for United. His current contract runs until December 2028, and he cannot be transferred abroad until he turns 16 in February. Both clubs face challenges, as British teams must wait until a player is 18 to sign EU/EEA players following Brexit. Rajkovic's transfer could exceed £15.9 million, setting a record for Eliteserien.

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By the Numbers

•Rajkovic has scored three goals in 14 appearances this season.
•He became the youngest debutant and scorer in Vålerenga's history.
•Barcelona had scouts at Rajkovic's debut match against Bodø/Glimt.
•Rajkovic's transfer cannot occur before February 2026.
•No offers for Rajkovic have been received by Vålerenga yet.

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