Manchester United fans eager to see JJ Gabriel make his senior debut will have to wait, as the 15-year-old has been left out of the 26-man squad for the pre-season opener against Wrexham in Helsinki on Saturday, July 18, 2026.
Gabriel's Pre-Season Training Regimen
According to club sources, Gabriel reported back to Carrington for pre-season but did not train with the main squad. Instead, he focused on one-to-one sessions with coach Jack Hunter, who also works with Aston Villa defender Ian Maatsen. This individualized approach aims to prepare the youngster for future first-team involvement.
Squad for Wrexham Clash
The full 26-man squad traveling to Helsinki includes new signing Andrey Santos, along with Bryan Mbeumo, Joshua Zirkzee, and academy star Chido Obi. The complete list: Tom Heaton, Radek Vitek, Dermot Mee, Harry Maguire, Patrick Chinazaekpere Dorgu, Leny Yoro, Luke Shaw, Ayden Heaven, Harry Amass, Jaydan Kamason, Dan Armer, Mason Mount, Andrey Santos, Jack Fletcher, Tyler Fletcher, Toby Collyer, Dan Gore, Jacob Devaney, Jim Thwaites, Joshua Zirkzee, Bryan Mbeumo, Chido Obi, Ethan Wheatley, Shea Lacey, and Ethan Williams.
Potential Debut Opportunities
Gabriel may feature in later pre-season matches. Manchester United faces Rosenborg on July 24 in Norway, followed by clashes with Atletico Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain. These games could provide the teenager with his first senior appearance.
