MANCHESTER UNITED is currently on the lookout for yet another emerging 15-year-old talent, Gabriel Rajkovic.
This move comes in response to the surprising transfer request made by teenage sensation JJ Gabriel at Old Trafford, prompting the Red Devils to send their leading Scandinavian scout to evaluate an exciting new prospect from Norway.
Manchester United is now turning its attention to standout Gabriel Rajkovic from Valerenga, a 15-year-old talent who is gaining interest from top European clubs.
Barcelona is also monitoring his performances this season, but United’s scout’s recent trip to Oslo underscores their genuine interest in securing his signing.
Rajkovic will celebrate his 16th birthday in February, which currently restricts him from moving abroad; however, this hasn’t deterred Premier League clubs from acquiring young prospects in the past.
For example, Chelsea signed Geovany Quenda from Sporting Lisbon last year, loaning him back to the Portuguese side until he turns 18 and will be eligible to join the London team.
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Rajkovic is a skillful winger known for his speed and capability with both feet, although he primarily favors his left one.
He typically plays on the right wing, skillfully cutting inside and perplexing defenders with his body feints and rapid changes in direction.
The Oslo native has already represented Norway’s U15 and U16 national teams and is also eligible to play for Serbia, Belgium, and Morocco.
This season, he has netted two goals in 13 matches within the top league, becoming the second-youngest player to score in the league, following Arsenal’s Martin Odegaard, with his goal against Bodo/Glimt last month.
Norwegian media speculate that he might command a transfer fee as high as £16 million, possibly setting a new record for domestic transfers.
Nevertheless, Rajkovic appears unhurried to leave Valerenga, having declined multiple offers for training positions with major European clubs.
In contrast to JJ Gabriel, whose contract with United expires next summer, Rajkovic is signed with Valerenga on a long-term deal that lasts until December 2028.
