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Chelsea’s prior interest in JJ Gabriel could be about to allow them the chance to swoop in and sign one of the most promising young players in world football.
The Blues have always been keen to add young talents to their squad, and this has only increased since Todd Boehly and Behdad Eghbali took over the club.
The likes of Estevao Willian and Geovany Quenda are now in the first team squad, and during the last transfer window they were linked with signing JJ Gabriel from Manchester United.
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Chelsea can pounce as JJ Gabriel asks to leave Manchester United
The attacker is too young to sign a professional contract, however as per The Telegraph he has decided he wants to quit United. This is despite the fact he was set to be involved in first team duties tonight in the EFL Cup.
The article states that Gabriel has earned the nickname ‘Kid Messi’ due to his immense talent at the age of just 15.
Gabriel is expected to have his pick of clubs if he does get his wish of getting out of Old Trafford, however Chelsea are one of those who have shown interest in the past.
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The Blues have been wounded since Rio Ngumoha decided he couldn’t see a future for himself at Stamford Bridge. He is now a regular in the first team squad for Liverpool.
Their efforts to replace one of the most promising talents in the academy have largely come from within Cobham.
However, the chance to bring in a player as talented as Gabriel should not be passed up, and Chelsea should go to all lengths to get that deal confirmed.