Former Premier League star Gabby Agbonlahor believes that if JJ-Gabriel departs, it would be a major loss for Manchester United, and he is puzzled by the young player's desire to leave Old Trafford. Gabriel was close to making his senior debut, but after news emerged that he had requested to leave, his future became uncertain.

Barcelona and Real Madrid are reported to be interested in signing the 15-year-old player—who will turn 16 in October, at which point he will be eligible to transfer. Agbonlahor stated that he could understand why Gabriel might choose to join Real Madrid. Since the striker holds an EU passport, Manchester United may only receive limited compensation if he moves to a continental European club.

Manchester United still hope to resolve the situation, but Gabriel was not included in the squad for Wednesday's League Cup match against Brighton. Had he played, he would have become Manchester United's youngest ever senior player.

"I think it's a shame, because I've heard this player might want to leave," Agbonlahor said on the 'In The Mixer' show. "Is this his parents' or agent's idea? I really don't understand why a 15-year-old player would want to leave Manchester United.

"Unless it's to go to Real Madrid, then I could understand it. If he does end up leaving, it will be interesting to see which club comes next, especially since Manchester United had planned to play him against Brighton.

"He could get playing time and even become Manchester United's youngest player. With an opportunity like that, and the club really valuing him, why would he want to leave Manchester United?"

Agbonlahor cannot understand why such a talented player as Gabriel, who is highly valued by Old Trafford's management, would want to play elsewhere. He said: "I can understand players his age moving from other Premier League clubs to Manchester United, which is common in academy football, but this situation seems somewhat unusual.

"Maybe one day we'll find out the real reason why he wants to leave, but if he does go, it really will be a huge loss for Manchester United. I've watched him play, and I've seen clips of his performances; he's very intelligent, can score all types of goals, and is excellent from distance."

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