United considering legal action if JJ Gabriel leaves as Man City’s stance emerges

Manchester United are reportedly weighing up regulatory and legal action if 15-year-old academy winger JJ Gabriel leaves the club for a European side. The England youth international has requested to be deregistered from United, prompting interest from top clubs such as Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich. Moving abroad would leave United entitled to only minimal compensation.

United are reportedly considering legal action against anyone involved in brokering Gabriel's departure, including agent Ali Barat of Epic Sports. Although Manchester City have monitored the player, they expect him to move abroad, while Barcelona sporting director Deco suggested the Catalan club is not actively pursuing the winger.