Manchester United’s academy has seen its fair share of special talents, but even by their lofty standards, Joseph Junior “JJ” Gabriel is breaking the mould as Ruben Amorim called the 14-year-old "Kid Messi" into first-team training at Carrington. The London-born forward earned the nickname since he first lit up YouTube clips five years ago, dazzling with mazy dribbles and outrageous goals.

Ousmane Dembele has revealed the “dreams” advice he was given by Lionel Messi as the PSG superstar looks to land a Ballon d’Or of his own.

Critics of Barcelona prodigy Lamine Yamal have been told to stop focusing on his lifestyle and enjoy his brilliance by Spain coach Luis de la Fuente.