At just 14 years old, Joseph Junior Andreou Gabriel, nicknamed JJ Gabriel, is already considered one of Manchester United’s biggest prospects. Compared to Lionel Messi, this young prodigy has quickly risen through the ranks of the English club’s academy. Recruited at the age of 11, he has already been upgraded several times, playing with higher age categories.
The Sun and the Daily Mail report that United coaches have been “blown away”
by his talent. Last summer, he was voted best player at a tournament in Hong Kong, with 2 goals and 2 assists, receiving the trophy from former Bulgarian Red Devils striker Dimitar Berbatov.
Promising debut for JJ Gabriel
Although he is not yet playing with the U18s, JJ Gabriel is already training with them, which is an important step in his development. His technique, dribbling and precision in front of goal have earned him comparisons to Messi, but he is looking to make a name for himself.
Courted by FC Barcelona, he chose to stay in Manchester to continue his progress. With a contract signed with Nike and a promising career, JJ Gabriel is a talent to follow very closely in the coming years.
