Right now, lawyers and club officials are having meetings. They’re probably sitting in a room with bad coffee, arguing over the definition of “residency.” Meanwhile, JJ is probably doing his homework, trying not to check his phone every two seconds.
Manchester United wants to keep him. They believe in him. But rules are rules, and sometimes, the rulebook wins over common sense. It’s a bit like arguing with your mum about staying out late. Even if you’ve been good all month, she still has the final say.
We’re all hoping the club finds a way. That the rulemakers look at this kid and say, “Yes, let’s make an exception.” Because talent like his doesn’t come around every day, and neither does a story that reminds us how fragile our dreams can be.
So as JJ gets ready to blow out 16 candles, I’ll be crossing my fingers for him. Not because he’s a footballer, but because he’s just a kid who wants his birthday to be a little bit special. And honestly, don’t we all?
