Real Madrid seeks the signing of the young prodigy nicknamed the "new Messi"

Real Madrid is seeking the signing of the 15-year-old prodigy, who already has 7 goals and 1 assist in his first 6 matches.

Raúl Cabrera Jiménez | 11 Oct 2025 | 21.00
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Real Madrid seeks to sign the young prodigy dubbed the "new Messi."
Real Madrid seeks to sign the young prodigy dubbed the "new Messi."

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Real Madrid has put the radar on one of the most outstanding promises in European youth football: JJ Gabriel, a 15-year-old prodigy who plays in the youth ranks of Manchester United.

With an impressive start to the season, the young forward has scored 7 goals and provided 1 assist in just 6 matches, attracting interest from elite clubs, including the white team.

Who is JJ Gabriel?

Joseph Junior Andreou Gabriel, known as JJ Gabriel, was born on October 6, 2010, in England. Of Irish and Cypriot descent, he began his football journey in the academies of Chelsea, Arsenal, and West Ham before joining Manchester United in 2022. His talent went viral at a young age thanks to a YouTube video that earned him the nickname "Kid Messi."

In the current season, under the direction of Darren Fletcher, Gabriel has been repositioned as a center forward, a position in which he has shone. In just 6 matches in this new role, he has scored 7 goals and provided 1 assist, significantly contributing to United's rise to the second position in the U18 Premier League.

JJ Gabriel playing for Manchester United

Interest from Real Madrid and other clubs

JJ Gabriel's meteoric rise has attracted the attention of several renowned clubs. Real Madrid has shown particular interest in his signing, seeing in him a talent that could fit into their youth development philosophy and international projection. Additionally, Bayern Munich and FC Barcelona have also been mentioned as possible destinations for the young forward, sparking fierce competition for his acquisition.

Manchester United, aware of JJ Gabriel's value, has taken steps to secure his future at the club. It has been reported that the club has offered him a VIP box at the new Old Trafford stadium and is in talks to sign a professional contract when he turns 17 in 2027. Furthermore, Gabriel has signed a sponsorship deal with Nike, solidifying his status as one of the most promising young talents in world football.

The future of JJ Gabriel

At just 15 years old, JJ Gabriel has a bright future ahead of him. His technical ability, vision, and goal-scoring prowess have placed him on the radar of Europe's top clubs. Real Madrid, with its track record of developing young talents, could be the ideal environment for Gabriel to continue his growth and eventually transition to the first team.

However, the competition is fierce, and Manchester United is determined to retain their gem. Only time will tell if Gabriel chooses to follow in the footsteps of other great talents who have made their mark on European football or if he opts for a new challenge at another elite club.

In summary, Real Madrid has identified JJ Gabriel as one of the future stars of world football. With his impressive performances and interest from several renowned clubs, Gabriel's next move will be watched with great anticipation by fans and experts alike.

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