Manchester United works to secure future of young talent JJ Gabriel
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 10, 2026, 2:35 PM
Last updated Jul 10, 2026
Manchester United is taking steps to retain 15-year-old talent JJ Gabriel amid interest from top European clubs. Gabriel, who scored 26 goals for the Under-18 team last season and won the Under-18 Premier League Player of the Season, has already trained with the first team. United aims to offer him a scholarship and professional contract when he turns 17 in October 2027. His existing schoolboy agreement is valid until then, and he is eligible for a FIFA exception regarding transfers, enhancing his marketability under post-Brexit rules.
- •JJ Gabriel finished last season with 26 goals and four assists.
- •He was named Under-18 Premier League Player of the Season.
- •Gabriel's existing contract runs through 2027.
- •United plans to offer him a professional contract at age 17.
- •Top clubs like Real Madrid and Barcelona are interested in him.
- 2:35 PMYahoo Sports — How Manchester United plan to keep JJ Gabriel’s suitors at bay
"Manchester United have a rich history of developing talented young players and promoting them to their first-team squad. All signs indicate that they have another gem knocking on the door of the senio...
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