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Man Utd wonderkid Gabriel teases first-team role

Manchester United teenage sensation JJ Gabriel has strongly hinted that he will be part of the senior squad's pre-season tour this summer. After a stunning campaign for the academy teams, the highly rated 15-year-old wonderkid took to social media to celebrate a prestigious individual award while teasing his imminent step up to first-team duties under Michael Carrick.

JJ Gabriel 'more than capable' of step up to Man Utd senior team - Fletcher

Manchester United U18s boss Darren Fletcher has hailed academy sensation JJ Gabriel as a talent “more than capable” of making the jump to senior football. The 15-year-old has taken the youth ranks by storm this season, sparking internal discussions about a potential first-team breakthrough in 2026-27.

Manchester United v Crystal Palace - FA Youth Cup

Man Utd wonderkid JJ Gabriel named PL Under-18s Player of the Season

Manchester United sensation JJ Gabriel has been officially crowned the Premier League Under-18s Player of the Season following a stunning 21-goal campaign. The 15-year-old forward has taken the youth ranks by storm, proving to be the standout performer in English academy football this term.

Where is Chido? Man Utd coach explains after 'damaging' Amorim swipe

Manchester United academy coach Adam Lawrence has opened up on Chido Obi’s absence from the senior squad, following former boss Ruben Amorim's controversial public criticism. While the Danish wonderkid was a regular fixture in first-team squads last season, his progression has seemingly stalled in 2025-26.

Everton v Crystal Palace - Premier League

Rooney's son puts on a show: 5 goals for United's U16s and U18s

Good blood runs true at United

Carrick and Rooney watch Man Utd U18s reach FA Youth Cup semis

Manchester United legends Wayne Rooney and Michael Carrick were in the stands at Old Trafford to witness the Under-18s edge past Sunderland in a five-goal thriller. While all eyes were on the stars of tomorrow, one rising talent stole the spotlight to secure a semi-final spot.

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
1	Nacional	2	2	0	0	3	1	2	6	W W
2	Deportivo Maldonado	2	1	1	0	4	2	2	4	D W
3	Juventud de las Piedras	1	1	0	0	2	0	2	3	W
4	Montevideo City Torque	2	1	0	1	3	3	0	3	W L
5	Montevideo Wanderers	2	0	2	0	1	1	0	2	D D

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