JJ Gabriel: Barcelona sporting director denies interest in Manchester United teenager
Barcelona sporting director Deco has denied reports that the club is interested in signing Manchester United teenager JJ Gabriel. The 15-year-old player has expressed a desire to leave United, sparking interest from several major European clubs.
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Image source, Getty Images Image caption, JJ Gabriel told Manchester United that he wanted to leave earlier this month
Barcelona's sporting director Deco said the club has no interest in pursuing Manchester United teenager JJ Gabriel.
Gabriel, 15, travelled to the Spanish city after informing United that he wanted to leave Old Trafford earlier this month.
Real Madrid, Bayern Munich and Paris St-Germain are among the clubs reportedly keen on securing his signature.
"There's nothing to say about this boy," Deco said at a news conference.
"It's normal we always have players linked with us. There's a huge market for that, even when they are young.
"We are not interested in any player in his situation. I'm not sure what's happening, and if he's still a Manchester United player. We are not involved in that.
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