Reports indicate that Manchester United are close to finalizing a deal for Joshua Zirkzee from Bologna. The Red Devils are determined to bring in the Dutch striker, who is anticipated to depart the Italian club during the summer transfer window.
Florian Plettenberg has disclosed that Manchester United is attempting to hijack the deal from AC Milan. According to Football Insider, Manchester United is nearing an agreement for Zirkzee and is currently in discussions with the Serie A club.
The source claims that the 20-time English champions might activate the release clause of £33.8 million to secure the signing. Today’s edition of Corriere dello Sport reports that Milan has already agreed to a five-year contract with Zirkzee, worth four million euros per season. However, Milan is reluctant to pay the 15 million euros demanded by the forward’s agent, Kia Joorabchian, despite being willing to activate the termination clause.
CorSport further states that Manchester United has already sought information from Zirkzee’s representative and understands all the financial requirements needed to finalize the deal. The versatile Dutch player is primarily a center forward but can also operate on the flanks or as a secondary striker if necessary. According to The Star, Zirkzee’s arrival at Old Trafford could potentially push Marcus Rashford towards an exit from the club.