Real Madrid keen to sign Manchester United teenager JJ Gabriel
Real Madrid are among several European clubs seeking to sign 15-year-old Manchester United academy player JJ Gabriel after he requested cancellation of his registration.
Multiple clubs show interest in Gabriel
Sources indicate that Barcelona, Paris St-Germain and Bayern Munich also have a firm interest in the forward. Real Madrid are described as having strong efforts to recruit the teenager immediately.
Gabriel wants immediate move to Castilla
The Spanish side intend to position him in their reserve team, which plays senior football in the regionalised third league. Gabriel turns 16 on 6 October and would be eligible to sign as a scholar next month.
Manchester United faces challenge from player
The teenager sent formal notice to United earlier this week that he wants to cancel his registration with immediate effect. The club can challenge the request but some at United feel they may be able to rectify the matter.
2 outlets, different leads
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BBC News
Real Madrid keen on Man Utd forward Gabriel, 15
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The Guardian
Real Madrid leading race to sign JJ Gabriel from Manchester United
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