Manchester United's teenage sensation JJ Gabriel will not make his senior debut in Saturday's pre-season friendly against Wrexham in Helsinki. The 15-year-old has been left out of the 26-man squad, as confirmed by the club on Friday.
Why Gabriel Is Not Playing
Gabriel returned to Carrington for pre-season training but has not trained with the main squad. Instead, he has been working individually with coach Jack Hunter, who also trains Aston Villa defender Ian Maatsen. United manager Erik ten Hag is taking a cautious approach with the young prospect.
United's Squad for Wrexham Clash
The squad includes new signing Andrey Santos, along with Bryan Mbeumo, Joshua Zirkzee, and academy talent Chido Obi. The full 26-man list features goalkeepers Tom Heaton, Radek Vitek, and Dermot Mee; defenders Harry Maguire, Patrick Dorgu, Leny Yoro, Luke Shaw, Ayden Heaven, Harry Amass, Jaydan Kamason, and Dan Armer; midfielders Mason Mount, Andrey Santos, Jack Fletcher, Tyler Fletcher, Toby Collyer, Dan Gore, Jacob Devaney, and Jim Thwaites; and forwards Joshua Zirkzee, Bryan Mbeumo, Chido Obi, Ethan Wheatley, Shea Lacey, and Ethan Williams.
When Gabriel Could Debut
United's next pre-season fixture is against Rosenborg on July 24 in Norway. Gabriel may target that match or later friendlies against Atletico Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain for his potential debut.
