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Rio Ferdinand supports Manchester United's JJ Gabriel amid transfer speculation

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 29, 2026, 6:10 AM

Last updated Sep 29, 2026

Rio Ferdinand supports Manchester United's JJ Gabriel amid transfer speculation

Summary

Rio Ferdinand advised Manchester United to maintain their position regarding JJ Gabriel, who is seeking a transfer. The 15-year-old has reported interest from clubs including Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, and Paris Saint-Germain. Gabriel's recent actions include hiring a new agent to expedite his move, as he aims to leave before turning 16 on October 6. United has attempted to convince him to stay but has not been successful, with Gabriel reportedly unhappy with his limited playing time during pre-season.

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Key Details

•JJ Gabriel has requested to be removed from Manchester United's squad list.
•Real Madrid, Bayern Munich, and Paris Saint-Germain are interested in Gabriel.
•Gabriel plans to leave before turning 16 and using his Irish passport.
•United's attempts to persuade Gabriel to stay have been unsuccessful.

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6:10 AMYahoo Sports — Ferdinand says Man Utd have a player whose ceiling is limitless, but the club have to be careful

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Rio Ferdinand has urged Manchester United to stand firm with JJ Gabriel while the player tries to agitate a move elsewhere.Even though the youngster has shown he has extraordinary potential, Ferdinand...
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