Gabriel's exit request stuns United as Madrid, Barca circle
- Source
- Manchester Evening NewsLocal press
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- newsdesk@men-news.co.uk (Tom Victor)
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Key points
- 15-year-old asked to leave Old Trafford; Barcelona and Real Madrid interested in prospect
- Gabriel was set for debut but left out of Brighton Carabao Cup squad on Wednesday
- Carrick urges caution over young player's welfare amid speculation over departure reasons
Summary
JJ Gabriel has requested to leave Manchester United despite being on the verge of a first-team debut, with Barcelona and Real Madrid both linked with the 15-year-old forward. He will be eligible to move after turning 16 in October, and his EU passport means United could receive limited compensation if he joins a mainland European club.
Gabriel was omitted from the squad for Wednesday's Carabao Cup match against Brighton, which would have made him United's youngest ever player. Manager Michael Carrick stressed the importance of protecting the youngster's welfare, while former Premier League player Gabby Agbonlahor expressed bewilderment at why Gabriel would leave Old Trafford unless joining Real Madrid.
Original headline
JJ Gabriel would be a huge loss for Man United - but I can understand it if he joins one club
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