Manchester United forward JJ Gabriel weighs Spain move amid Barcelona interest

Manchester United academy forward JJ Gabriel is preparing to leave the club, with Barcelona currently showing the strongest interest in the 15-year-old Englishman.

Transfer News Live, citing Sport, reports that Gabriel and his representatives believe a move to Spain would provide the best opportunity for his continued development. Barcelona are understood to be the leading contenders for the highly rated youngster.

Real Madrid remain in the race, however, and could persuade Gabriel to join them if they make a sufficiently generous offer.

Gabriel’s decision to seek a move is reportedly linked to disappointment with Manchester United’s club structure. The teenager is therefore expected to depart the Red Devils in the near future.