Barcelona Deny Interest in United Wonderkid JJ Gabriel

Barcelona's sporting director Deco has publicly distanced the club from a move for Manchester United's 15-year-old wantaway winger JJ Gabriel.

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What happened. Barcelona sporting director Deco insisted the club are not interested in signing Manchester United wonderkid JJ Gabriel. The 15-year-old winger, who has demanded to leave United, was spotted in Barcelona last week after holding talks with Real Madrid.

• Gabriel has not been seen at United since scoring a hat-trick on his UEFA Youth League debut.
• He turns 16 next Tuesday, allowing him to sign a professional contract and move abroad.
• United have refused to rip up his registration and hope to convince him to stay.

“We are not interested in any player in his situation.”

— Deco

Gabriel's 16th birthday next week could trigger a move abroad, with United set to receive only around £300,000 in compensation.

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