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JJ Gabriel: ‘Duty of care’ alarm raised over Man Utd teen

Gary Neville has expressed severe ‘duty of care’ concerns over the treatment of Manchester United academy player JJ Gabriel, who has gone public with his desire to leave the Old Trafford club.

Published: Friday, 18 September 2026 at 7:25 AM
JJ Gabriel: ‘Duty of care’ alarm raised over Man Utd teen
Key Things to Know
  • Gary Neville raised concerns over the media exposure of 15-year-old Manchester United academy player JJ Gabriel.
  • Gabriel has publicly expressed his desire to leave Manchester United after becoming frustrated with his lack of playing time.
  • Real Madrid are reportedly leading the chase to sign the young attacker on a training contract when he turns 16.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Former Manchester United defender Gary Neville has raised serious "duty of care" concerns regarding 15-year-old academy player JJ Gabriel. The teenager has publicly expressed his desire to leave the club, sparking a media storm. Neville criticized the player's representatives for leaking the story to the press, arguing that such exposure is harmful to a minor.

Manchester United manager Michael Carrick has also urged caution, emphasizing the club's commitment to the player's welfare and well-being. Real Madrid are reportedly leading the race to sign the young attacker, who can sign a training contract when he turns 16 on October 6. Barcelona, PSG, Manchester City, and Chelsea are also monitoring the situation.

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