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Manchester United wonderkid makes big call as Real Madrid, Barcelona lead the race
Real Madrid have been heavily linked with a move for Manchester United’s teenage sensation JJ Gabriel, one of the most coveted young talents in world football.
The 15-year-old has made clear his intention to leave Old Trafford, having informed the club he will not sign a contract once he turns 16 on October 6.
His future has been a subject of major discussion, with a host of European clubs, including Barcelona and Real Madrid, interested in his services.
Gabriel leaning towards Spain
According to SPORT, Gabriel, his family and agent Ali Barat have made a significant first decision, indicating a preference to move to Spanish football.
The battle for his signature has reportedly narrowed to four clubs: Real Madrid, Barcelona, Bayern Munich and PSG.
The player and his entourage have met all four candidates, with Gabriel and his family recently visiting both Barcelona and Madrid.
However, the youngster is said to view La Liga as the ideal platform to develop his considerable talents, which effectively hands Real Madrid and Barcelona the advantage.
That said, this is not a final decision, and a strong counter-offer from Bayern or PSG could yet alter the picture.
The reports suggest Gabriel has a slight favour for Barcelona, having worn their colours in social media clips, though he has also followed Real Madrid and some of their players online.
Real Madrid’s financial muscle
Despite Barcelona’s apparent edge in the player’s affections, Real Madrid remain firmly in the race and possess a key advantage of their own.
If the negotiations come down to finances, Real Madrid are well placed to table an offer above anything Barcelona can muster.
That economic firepower could prove decisive, particularly given how the Rodri saga unfolded this summer, when Los Blancos missed out to their rivals.
Real Madrid are understood to be seeking clarity before pushing hard for the deal, wary of the various moving parts.
With Gabriel already regarded as a generational talent, boasting exceptional technique and a footballing intelligence well beyond his years, landing him would represent a major coup.
The resolution is not expected to drag on much longer, with Barat set to compile the final proposals before Gabriel’s family make their decision.
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Real Madrid superstar returns from the break in top form after stellar displays with national team
Jude Bellingham has been undisputedly one of the star performers in the UEFA Nations League so far, in this international break.
Bellingham started with a valiant effort in the defeat to Spain, before starring in the 7-0 win over Croatia. Last night, he was on fire once again, helping England secure a 3-0 victory over Czechia.
As club football resumes this weekend, it is fair to say that Bellingham will be one of the most in-form players at Real Madrid.
Bellingham on fire
Bellingham’s spectacular form has continued throughout the international break, with the midfielder registering one goal and four assists in four matches for England.
The standout display came against Croatia, where he produced a goal and three assists in the emphatic 7-0 win.
He made England history with that four-goal contribution, creating five chances and completing four dribbles while boasting a 100 percent pass accuracy.
Against Spain, he was comfortably England’s best player, assisting Anthony Gordon’s opener and leading the attacks.
In the final game against the Czech Republic, it was Harry Kane who stole the show with a brace on his record-equalling 125th cap, but Bellingham once again started as an undisputed figure in Tuchel’s side.
The Englishman has shown no signs of his form being a mirage, having rediscovered his best since being handed a free attacking role.
A key figure for Real Madrid
Bellingham’s resurgence is a hugely positive sign for Real Madrid, who have struggled for consistency this season.
Operating as a number 10 with freedom to roam, the 22-year-old has already scored three goals for the club, making him the second-highest scorer behind Kylian Mbappe, while also leading the team for assists.
His current scoring rate of one every 206 minutes is not far off his brilliant debut campaign.
That form has drawn widespread praise, with Roy Keane tipping him to become one of the greatest of all time, while Jermaine Defoe backed him to become England’s next captain.
For Jose Mourinho, having Bellingham firing on all cylinders is a massive boost. With a demanding run of fixtures ahead, including El Clasico, the Englishman’s leadership and quality could prove decisive as Real Madrid look to close the gap on Barcelona.
