Real Madrid confident of signing Manchester United prodigy JJ Gabriel

Real Madrid confident of signing Manchester United prodigy JJ Gabriel Real Madrid are confident of signing Manchester United youngster JJ Gabriel, per Spanish outlet Diario AS . Gabriel made headlines after he asked to leave United and requested his registration be cancelled. The Premier League giants want to keep hold of their player and have reportedly offered him a scholarship contract . But it is increasingly likely the teenager will leave to join another club. Gabriel’s situation has alerted some of the biggest European clubs, including Barcelona, Bayern Munich and Paris Saint-Germain. However, Madrid are the most confident to land his signature. They have informed United’s management of their interest and have made their offer to Gabriel and his representatives. The massive media attention on a 16-year-old who is yet to make his first-team debut may be surprising. But his performances for United’s youth teams suggest he is set for a bright future. The talented forward scored 23 goals in 23 appearances in the U18 Premier League in 2025-26. He was named the Red Devils’ Young Player of the Year. This season, Gabriel marked his UEFA Youth League debut with a hat-trick in United’s 5-0 win over Sabah. The English footballer can play a variety of attacking roles, including as a number 10, left winger and a centre-forward. Gabriel is highly rated for his close control and dribbling skills. His main weapons are his excellent shooting and finishing. Losing him would be a blow to United, but it is clear the teenager wants a new challenge elsewhere.