The young forward of Manchester United, J.J. Gabriel, has found a way to leave the club early amid significant interest from European giants. The 16-year-old is determined to move on due to broken promises from the hierarchy regarding his playing time in the first team.
United are reluctant to let go of one of their most promising talents, especially with his contract running until the end of the season. However, the player is set to exploit a legal loophole in the rules.
According to Sky Sport DE journalist Florian Plettenberg, Gabriel's camp is actively working on securing him a Cypriot passport. The forward's mother is a Greek Cypriot, which significantly simplifies the process.
Gaining European citizenship at the age of 16 grants the player the legal right to unilaterally terminate his contract in the UK and join any football academy within the European Union.
J.J. Gabriel is expected to receive his new document shortly, paving the way for a free transfer in January. Both Real Madrid and Barcelona have already made concrete offers, complete with substantial salaries and generous signing bonuses. Bayern Munich and PSG are also keeping a close eye on the situation.
United have resigned themselves to the fact that they may lose one of the most sought-after young players in world football for nothing.
