JJ Gabriel requests to leave Manchester United ahead of potential record-breaking appearance

Manchester United have been struck by a major development after highly-rated 15-year-old prospect JJ Gabriel submitted formal notice of his intention to leave the club. The timing comes as a severe shock, particularly with United having planned to include him in the senior squad for Wednesday's Carabao Cup tie against Brighton.

According to The Telegraph , Manchester United have been struck by a major development after highly-rated 15-year-old prospect JJ Gabriel submitted formal notice of his intention to leave the club. Nicknamed 'Kid Messi', the talented forward has sent shockwaves through Old Trafford after requesting to cancel his registration with immediate effect. The timing comes as a severe shock, particularly with United having planned to include him in the senior squad for Wednesday's Carabao Cup tie against Brighton.