The two European clubs are believed to be the main contenders for the highly rated forward, according to Diario AS. Barcelona has reportedly fallen behind in the pursuit, while Bayern Munich has also been linked with the teenager.
Gabriel’s future has been uncertain since he and his family formally requested that he leave Manchester United. The youngster turned 16 in October, making him eligible to sign a professional contract with a European club, and his situation has attracted attention from several leading sides.
However, the latest reports do not establish that Gabriel has chosen his next destination. Sky Sports News reported earlier this month that the player and his family had yet to make a final decision, despite interest from Real Madrid, Barcelona, PSG and Bayern.
According to AS, Real Madrid may have an advantage because Spain is understood to appeal to Gabriel and his representatives as a place to continue his development.
The report suggests Barcelona’s position has weakened, despite the player having spent time training independently in Catalonia. Real Madrid is now presented as the strongest Spanish option, with PSG offering an alternative if financial terms become decisive.
Gabriel’s reported salary expectations are said to be as high as €1 million. That would represent a substantial package for a player who has yet to make a senior professional appearance, and could influence which club is prepared to meet his demands.
PSG’s financial resources may therefore work in the French club’s favour, although the precise terms being discussed have not been independently confirmed.
The competition reflects the reputation Gabriel has developed at youth level. He is regarded as one of the most promising young forwards in English football, and his potential departure has become a significant issue for United’s academy.
Manchester United have tried to persuade Gabriel to remain, but Sky Sports News has reported that attempts to resolve the situation have made little progress since the formal request to leave.
The club has also been reported to be considering legal options should he move to a European side. His registration and contractual position mean the process is not simply a matter of selecting a new club, and the eventual outcome could involve further negotiations.
For now, Real Madrid and PSG appear to be the leading contenders in the latest Spanish reporting. Yet until Gabriel and his family reach a decision, any suggestion that either club has secured his signature would be premature.
The coming weeks could prove decisive in determining where one of Europe’s most closely watched teenage talents continues his development.