Overview
- Gabriel, 15, scored three times in Manchester United Under-18s’ 7-0 win at Liverpool, punctuating the display by copying Alexander Isak’s celebration.
- He has recently trained with Ruben Amorim’s senior squad alongside academy peers Shea Lacey, Noah Ajayi, Jim Thwaites and Godwill Kukonki.
- Premier League rules require players to have turned 15 by August 31 to play this season, making Gabriel ineligible for league fixtures after turning 15 in October.
- Different FA Cup eligibility means the third round in January is being reported as a potential opening for his first senior appearance.
- Amorim has praised the club’s youngsters and cited structured support — including an academy nutritionist and exposure to first-team training — as injuries, AFCON absences and a light midweek schedule create opportunities.