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Santiago Giménez Calls 17-Year-Old Gilberto Mora 'Different' After Book-on-Bus Anecdote

European scouts are tracking the 17-year-old, with no formal bids under age restrictions.

Overview

  • During a live stream, the AC Milan striker said he noticed Mora reading on the team bus at the Gold Cup and concluded the teenager has a rare mindset.
  • Santiago Giménez also praised Mora’s on-field level, calling him a crack and describing him as the present and future of Mexico.
  • Spanish outlet Diario AS reported on October 18 that Real Madrid is closely monitoring the Xolos de Tijuana midfielder, with Barcelona and Premier League clubs also interested.
  • Coverage across outlets notes there are no formal transfer offers at this time despite the heightened attention.
  • Reports add that Mora cannot complete a move abroad until he turns 18, keeping any transfer timeline constrained for now.