Michael Carrick discusses JJ Gabriel's future amid transfer request
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 2:00 PM
Last updated Sep 17, 2026
Michael Carrick addressed JJ Gabriel's request to leave Manchester United during a press conference following the team's recent loss in the Carabao Cup to Brighton. Gabriel, 15, has sought to force a move by refusing training, which led to his exclusion from the matchday squad. Carrick emphasized the club's responsibility to prioritize the welfare and development of young players like Gabriel. Gabriel has made a strong start to the season, with five goals and two assists in three appearances for the Under-21s, raising questions about his future at Old Trafford. The discussions regarding his situation are ongoing as the club evaluates its approach.
- •JJ Gabriel requested to leave Manchester United.
- •He did not attend training on Tuesday to push for a transfer.
- •Gabriel has scored five goals and provided two assists this season.
- •Carrick highlighted the need for careful management of young players.
- •Discussions about Gabriel's future within the club are ongoing.
- 2:00 PMYahoo Sports — Manchester United manager addresses future of 15-year-old Real Madrid target: ‘The situation is what it is’
- 12:52 AMESPN Soccer — Man United will be 'careful' with Gabriel future
- 10:20 PMYahoo Sports — “The biggest for me…” JJ Gabriel’s future addressed by Michael Carrick in intense press conference
"Michael Carrick confirmed he is involved in conversations about JJ Gabriel's future after the 15-year-old's request to leave Manchester United made major ripples and that the team is being "careful" with the situation.
"Michael Carrick has urged caution over the situation surrounding Manchester United youngster JJ Gabriel, with the 15-year-old’s future at Old Trafford becoming increasingly uncertain, with Real Madr...
"1Michael Carrick has addressed JJ Gabriel’s future after the academy player asked to leave Manchester United.Speaking at the post-match press conference after United’s shock exit from the Carabao ...
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 17, 2026, 2:00 PMManchester United manager addresses future of 15-year-old Real Madrid target: ‘The situation is what it is’
Michael Carrick has urged caution over the situation surrounding Manchester United youngster JJ Gabriel, with the 15-year-old’s future at Old Trafford becoming increasingly uncertain, with Real Madr...
- ESPN SoccerSep 17, 2026, 12:52 AMMan United will be 'careful' with Gabriel future
Michael Carrick confirmed he is involved in conversations about JJ Gabriel's future after the 15-year-old's request to leave Manchester United made major ripples and that the team is being "careful" with the situation.
- Yahoo SportsSep 16, 2026, 10:20 PM“The biggest for me…” JJ Gabriel’s future addressed by Michael Carrick in intense press conference
1Michael Carrick has addressed JJ Gabriel’s future after the academy player asked to leave Manchester United.Speaking at the post-match press conference after United’s shock exit from the Carabao ...
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