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Real Madrid working on deal for exit-bound Manchester United talent also wanted by Barcelona and Bayern Munich
Real Madrid are moving in the race for Manchester United wonderkid JJ Gabriel, with the Spanish giants now working on a deal for the 15-year-old after he decided to leave Old Trafford.
The latest development comes from Guillermo Rai, who reports that Los Blancos are actively working on a move rather than just monitoring the teenager’s situation, putting them in a strong position to compete for one of the most highly regarded young players in English youth football.
Real Madrid looking to move before rivals
Gabriel’s decision to leave Manchester United has opened the door to a battle involving several of Europe’s biggest clubs.
Real Madrid are pushing forward, while Barcelona and Bayern Munich are also understood to be watching the situation closely.
Real Madrid’s interest is therefore not happening in isolation, and the club appears keen to move before the competition develops further.
As reported by the journalist, the situation could have been completely different as Manchester City had an opportunity to sign him last summer.
However, he ultimately stayed at Old Trafford after being given assurances about his pathway into the club’s system.
That arrangement has now changed, leaving United facing the possibility of losing a player they once considered one of the brightest talents in their academy.
JJ Gabriel continues to make headlines
Gabriel’s performances explain why the interest has become so intense.
The teenager predominantly operates from the left wing or as a No. 10, giving him the versatility to influence games from different attacking positions.
His latest statement came in the UEFA Youth League last week, when he scored a hat-trick against Sabah despite facing players two or three years older than him.
His close control and finishing have been highlighted as standout qualities, while his performances have already led to predictions that he could develop into a world-class player.
For Real Madrid, that potential is enough to justify acting early. The club has recently built a reputation for identifying elite young talent before their value and reputation explode, and Gabriel fits the profile of an investment that could pay off over the long term.
Real Madrid youngster Endrick continues to attract interest from several clubs ahead of another potential loan move in the upcoming January transfer window.
The latest side considering a move for the Brazilian forward is Aston Villa.
Indeed, according to reports relayed by Bernabeu Digital, the Premier League club are interested in signing the Real Madrid striker on loan in January.
No minutes for Endrick
Endrick has had very limited opportunities under Jose Mourinho this season. Across Real Madrid’s nine matches in La Liga and the UEFA Champions League, the Brazilian has played just four minutes, coming on in the 86th minute against Elche.
Such limited playing time has left the young forward struggling to gain the minutes and experience needed to develop his talent at Real Madrid.
As such, another loan move, like last January when he left for Olympique Lyon, could offer him a chance to play more regularly and continue his progression.
Aston Villa, managed by Unai Emery, have now emerged as an interested party to acquire the Brazilian international’s services on loan for the second half of the season.
AC Milan also interested in Endrick
Howver, Aston Villa are not the only club monitoring Endrick’s situation. AC Milan have also renewed their interest in the Brazilian forward.
The Rossoneri already held an interest in the 20-year-old forward during the summer transfer window and are knocking on the doors once again now.
In fact, some reports in Italy even go on to suggest that the youngster is ready to pounce on the opportunity to sign for the Serie A giants.
For now, however, there have been no concrete developments or formal approaches from any interested club.
Real Madrid are understood to be open to allowing Endrick to leave on loan, but they are not considering a permanent sale as they still have a lot of faith in the promising attacker whom they signed from Palmeiras.
With Aston Villa and AC Milan both interested, the coming months could prove important in determining where the young Brazilian will continue his development.
