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Man Utd Wonderkid JJ Gabriel Aims for Ballon d'Or, Snubs Barcelona Ahead of Real Madrid Move

Man Utd Wonderkid JJ Gabriel Aims for Ballon d'Or, Snubs Barcelona Ahead of Real Madrid Move
International Transfers · 22:53:50 - Monday, 9 November 2026

Sixteen-year-old Manchester United prospect JJ Gabriel has declared his ambition to win the Ballon d'Or and taken a swipe at Barcelona while training in Spain ahead of an anticipated move to Real Madrid.

According to a report published on November 7, 2026, the youngster, who has been linked with a switch to the Spanish giants, was filmed saying "Obviously Madrid!" during a training session, signaling his preference for the white side of the capital over their Catalan rivals.

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