Real Madrid pursue Manchester United teenager JJ Gabriel

Sport · First reported 4 Nov, 14:02 · Updated 14:07

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Real Madrid are reported to be pursuing 16-year-old forward JJ Gabriel, who remains registered with Manchester United. The accounts differ on the status of a deal and his EU passport; neither reports formal talks between the clubs.

Both accounts say Gabriel is 16, remains registered with Manchester United and has been training in Spain after leaving the club in September.
The Guardian reports that Madrid have offered a multi-year contract and hope to sign him in January, subject to final talks; GB News reports a verbal agreement with Gabriel and his representatives.
The reports say the clubs have not held formal discussions; both note United could receive compensation if Gabriel moves.

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Key facts

Age: 16
Current registration: Manchester United
Reported Madrid timing: January, subject to final talks, according to The Guardian
Club-to-club discussions: Neither account reports formal discussions
United compensation: Both reports say United could be entitled to compensation