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Manchester United Open to Selling Joshua Zirkzee This Summer If They Secure a Replacement

Reports indicate the sale would fund a striker who fits Michael Carrick’s plans.

Overview

  • Reports this week say Manchester United will consider summer offers for Joshua Zirkzee on the condition they first sign a top‑quality replacement.
  • The 24-year-old has fallen out of favor under interim coach Michael Carrick, with Benjamin Sesko and Bryan Mbeumo preferred and only two goals from 20 games this season.
  • Serie A clubs such as Juventus, Napoli, AC Milan, Atalanta and Roma are monitoring his situation, with Borussia Dortmund and Bayer Leverkusen also linked in Germany.
  • Selling Zirkzee could raise money and free a squad spot to recruit a forward who fits United’s style and rotation needs.
  • He joined from Bologna in 2024 for about £35 million and has nine goals in 69 appearances, after January interest was turned away to preserve depth.