Roy Keane advises Manchester United on JJ Gabriel situation
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 4:05 PM
Last updated Sep 17, 2026
Roy Keane has weighed in on the JJ Gabriel situation at Manchester United, urging the club to prioritize their season over the player's potential exit. Gabriel, a 15-year-old prospect, reportedly requested to leave Old Trafford, raising interest from clubs like Real Madrid and Barcelona. Keane's comments came ahead of United's EFL Cup match against Brighton & Hove Albion, which they lost 3-2 despite leading 2-0. He emphasized the need for the club to focus on securing wins rather than catering to a young player's demands. Gabriel had been expected to play a role in the first team this season but made a surprise decision impacting his availability for the game.
- •Roy Keane calls for Manchester United to focus on winning games.
- •JJ Gabriel requested to leave the club before the EFL Cup match.
- •United lost to Brighton 3-2 despite leading 2-0.
- •Real Madrid and Barcelona are interested in signing Gabriel.
- •Gabriel has been training with the senior team and missed a potential debut.
- 4:05 PMYahoo Sports — “Spitting his dummy out”: Roy Keane tells Man United exactly what to do with JJ Gabriel
"2Manchester United legend Roy Keane has offered his views on the recent JJ Gabriel saga that has rocked Old Trafford. The teenage sensation has captured the imagination of fans after some fantastic pe...
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