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Manchester United academy prospect JJ Gabriel has made his preference for Real Madrid over arch-rivals Barcelona clear while targeting a future Ballon d'Or triumph. The 16-year-old English talent is already completing individual training sessions in the Spanish capital as Los Blancos work to finalise his switch to their Castilla reserve side.

Barcelona are once again walking a financial tightrope as the January transfer window approaches, with the club desperate to bolster Hansi Flick's defensive options. Despite a strong start to the season, injuries and a lack of depth at centre-back have forced sporting director Deco to search for creative solutions in the market.

Jose Mourinho has offered a hilariously blunt assessment of the upcoming Liga clash between Atletico Madrid and Barcelona. The Real Madrid boss admitted he would ideally prefer both of his title rivals to lose this weekend as he prepares his side for a tough trip to Valencia.

Manchester United striker Marcus Rashford has offered a glowing assessment of Barcelona prodigy Lamine Yamal, suggesting the teenager is the natural heir to Lionel Messi’s throne. The England international, who previously spent time at Camp Nou, believes the young winger is destined for the very top of the world game