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Viral Tennis-Ball Video Puts Man United 15-Year-Old JJ Gabriel in Spotlight as Interest Reports Surface

United cannot sign the academy forward to a professional deal until 2027 under age rules.

Overview

  • A clip shared by Rising Ballers shows Gabriel controlling a tennis ball with wall passes and keepy-ups, drawing wide attention online.
  • The 15-year-old has scored seven goals in six U18 Premier League matches this season, according to multiple reports.
  • United tied him to fresh terms in the summer and are portrayed as determined to keep him, with some outlets even claiming hospitality perks have been discussed.
  • Coverage notes Arsenal are aware of the prospect but indicates any concrete move is premature.
  • New reporting cites Spanish outlet Fichajes in claiming Real Madrid, Bayern Munich and Barcelona are monitoring him, which remains unconfirmed.