JJ Gabriel, a 16-year-old who was previously on Manchester United's books, has reportedly settled on his next club. According to Daily Post Nigeria, which cited transfer reporter Fabrizio Romano, the teenager wants to move to Real Madrid.
The report says Gabriel's camp has let the other interested clubs know where he stands. Barcelona, Bayern Munich and Paris Saint-Germain were named as being among the sides that wanted to sign him.
What Romano said
Romano shared the news on his X account. As quoted by Daily Post Nigeria, he wrote: "JJ Gabriel and Real Madrid, deal set to be sealed: the 16-year-old talent’s camp has informed all interested clubs about his final decision."
Romano added, in the same post as quoted: "Formal communication to all top clubs keen: JJ Gabriel only wants Real Madrid as terms are being sealed."
Castilla the first stop
Per the Daily Post report, Gabriel is expected to play for Castilla, Real Madrid's reserve side, if the move goes through. The terms of the deal were still being finalised at the time of the report, and no official announcement from Real Madrid or the player was included in the source.
