According to ESPN, representatives of JJ Gabriel have demanded that the player must play at least 20 minutes in three matches before discussions about a scholarship contract with Manchester United.

Gabriel, 15 years old, has not trained with the first team since September 16, when Manchester United faced Brighton in the League Cup.

He appeared in a full squad photo released by Manchester United on Monday. However, the photo was taken nearly a month earlier, and ESPN sources indicate there are no clear signs of reconciliation between him and the club.

Gabriel's representatives believe that some of Manchester United's promises have not been fulfilled. ESPN has contacted Gabriel's representatives for comment.

Gabriel will turn 16 on Tuesday. Initially, he was expected to make his first-team debut against Brighton, but amid the dispute over playing time, his representatives asked Manchester United to cancel his registration.

He made his first-team debut in a pre-season friendly against Atlético Madrid over the summer but was not included in the Champions League squad.

According to ESPN sources, Gabriel's representatives told Manchester United that he must play at least 20 minutes in each of three matches—against Sabah FK, Brighton, and Manchester United's home Premier League match against Bournemouth on October 25—before the club discusses a scholarship contract.

Gabriel could have signed a preliminary agreement after turning 16 on October 6.

With the possibility of Gabriel leaving increasing, ESPN sources say Manchester United is prepared to take legal action if there is evidence that other clubs have approached Gabriel unlawfully. Currently, Manchester United has not received any formal approaches.

Several clubs, including Barcelona and Real Madrid, have been in contact with him.

Despite the breakdown in relations with Gabriel's representatives, ESPN sources say Manchester United still believes Old Trafford is the best place for his development. Club officials have made repeated attempts to check on him since he stopped training.

Sources say Manchester United has made every effort to show Gabriel a clear pathway to the first team, including assigning coaches and specialists who typically work only with first-team players, to ensure he is prepared for the demands of professional football.

Manchester United also agreed to Gabriel's request to wear number 77 this season and has petitioned the Premier League on his behalf to allow "Gabriel JR" to be printed on his shirt.

Sources close to Manchester United confirm the club has always prioritized his physical and mental health during his time at Old Trafford.

Within the club, there is a belief that Gabriel's representatives, including his family, are more focused on the striker breaking records than on his long-term development.

According to sources, Gabriel missed a week of pre-season training with the academy before being promoted to the first team, and Manchester United chose not to discipline him because the club believed he could not have made that decision independently.

ESPN sources say the real concern at Manchester United is that Gabriel is not involved in decisions affecting his career.

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