The rumor mill says he’s due for a first-team promotion next season, with his club already planning to phase him into the senior rotation for cup games and Europa League group stages. His current contract runs until 2029, which means any transfer talk is just hot air—unless a Saudi club drops €100 million (don’t laugh, it’s happened). Personally, I think he’ll end the season with 15+ senior appearances and maybe 5 goals. That would be a dream debut for a 17-year-old who’s still shaving maybe once a week.
So, keep an eye on his name. Because by the time you’re reading this in 2027, JJ Gabriel won’t just be a Youth League record holder. He’ll probably be queuing up to do the same thing to Champions League defenders. And I, for one, will be watching the grainy 2 AM clips again—this time with a smug smile.
