Arsenal and Manchester City have been tracking Gilberto Mora, one of Mexico’s most exciting talents. Now fresh comments from his agent Rafaela Pimenta add new detail to the profile of the 17-year-old Mexican forward.
Speaking toEl Universal, the representative explained what makes the teenager special and why a move to Europe feels like a matter of timing rather than validation.
We have already covered Arsenal and Manchester City interest in Mora, and Pimenta’s latest words reinforce that picture from the player’s side.
Agent highlights mentality and maturity
Pimenta stressed that Mora does not see the national team or the World Cup as tools to secure a transfer.
Instead, she argued that the youngster already has the mentality to make the jump.“Gilberto does not need the World Cup or the national team to make his next steps… He can do it without that,” she told El Universal. The agent said Mora always plays as if it were the last project of his life, even recalling the moment he kept training after hand surgery to defend his country.
Those comments frame a player who responds to pressure with intensity, something that appeals to clubs like Arsenal and Manchester City. Sources have long emphasised Mora’s competitive streak, ability to handle big stages and wide-forward profile. His performances for Tijuana and Mexico’s youth sides underline those traits.
Concern over external expectations
Gilberto Mora with agent Rafaela Pimenta
Gilberto Mora with agent Rafaela Pimenta
However, Pimenta also expressed concern about the level of attention around a 17-year-old. She warned that the enthusiasm in Mexico could turn into harsh judgement if the player makes mistakes.“They are in love with Gil… but I don’t know if it’s real or temporary,” she said.
For her, long-term development depends on support more than hype.“If we want a national hero for the next 20 years, we have to help him.”
What it means for Arsenal and Manchester City
The Premier League duo have kept him on their radar for months, as previously reported, and these new remarks add useful texture. They suggest Mora’s camp see Europe as a natural step, but one that must be managed carefully.
His next move, therefore, will depend on timing, structure and clarity of project rather than one single tournament.
For now, Arsenal and Manchester City continue to watch the forward’s evolution, and his next steps remain open.