Barcelona learn how much it would cost to sign 16-year-old Man United prodigy

Barcelona learn how much it would cost to sign 16-year-old Man United prodigy The future of JJ Gabriel has been a hot topic in the market for well over a month now. Considered as one of the most talented young players to come out of the Manchester United academy in quite some time, Barcelona are among the clubs interested in his services. The Catalans are joined by a host of clubs in the race to sign Gabriel, who has handed in a transfer request at Man United and will leave the club in the near future. How much will it cost to sign JJ Gabriel? According to The Times (h/t SPORT ), the financial compensation owed to Manchester United would be remarkably low, with the English club in line to receive training compensation of between €230,000 and €345,000 for the youngster. What’s in store for JJ Gabriel’s future? (Photo by Alex Livesey/Getty Images) That is virtually a pocket change for elite clubs like Barcelona, Real Madrid, Bayern Munich and PSG, all of whom are closely monitoring Gabriel’s situation. For a player who has just turned 16 and is regarded as one of the brightest talents of his generation, it would be an absolute bargain. However, it is quite obvious at this point that the real issue Barcelona face is to stave off competition, with a host of other European giants also keen on Gabriel’s services. Potential roadblocks for Barcelona The bigger challenge for any suitor comes in meeting the demands of Gabriel and his entourage. Can Barcelona sign JJ Gabriel this season? (Photo by Naomi Baker/Getty Images) The youngster’s agent, Ali Barat, is said to be seeking a substantial salary package, with the player reportedly wanting at least €1 million net per season, a long-term contract and a place in the first-team squad of whichever club signs him. Gabriel’s family are yet to make a final decision, with talks ongoing across several clubs. While earlier reports suggested the player prioritised a move to Spain , favouring Barcelona and Real Madrid. Bayern Munich, meanwhile, have since stepped up their pursuit , with Vincent Kompany reportedly keen. Barcelona are reportedly prepared to offer an ‘XXL’ salary package to JJ Gabriel, but it doesn’t guarantee them a signature, as it remains to be seen what other clubs are willing to offer.