Manchester United are reportedly keen on signing Joshua Zirkzee from Serie A club Bologna in the summer transfer window.
Joshua Zirkzee managed 12 goals and seven assists to his name in all competitions in the 2023/24 season, and Manchester United are hoping to fund his move by selling Mason Greenwood, according to i news.
Greenwood does not have a future at Manchester United, and they are hoping to get rid of him this summer. He has been linked with multiple La Liga and Serie A clubs. It will be interesting to see where he ends up. The 22-year-old was on loan at Getafe last season, and he did quite well for the Spanish outfit. He ended up scoring 10 goals in all competitions and picked up six assists along the way as well.
The young striker needs to play regularly at this stage of his career, and leaving Manchester United would be ideal for him. It will be interesting to see if he can secure a permanent exit from the club.
Meanwhile, Joshua Zirkzee will be excited about the possibility of competing in the Premier League, and Manchester United will be an attractive destination. The English outfit are one of the biggest clubs in the world, and they could provide him with the platform to compete at the highest level and push for major trophies.
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Greenwood is valued at £30 million, and it will be interesting to see if any club is willing to pay that kind of money for him. He was regarded as one of the finest young attacking prospects in European football a few years ago. There is no doubt that he remains a tremendous talent the bright future. Whoever ends up signing him will have a top class prospect on their hands.
Zirkzee has proven himself in Serie A, and he will look to take the next step in his career. Joining Manchester United will allow him to test himself in the Premier League, and he will look to establish himself as a key player for the club. He could be the ideal partner for Rasmus Hojlund next season.
Manchester United need more attacking depth if they wants to compete for major trophies. Signing the Dutch attacker would be a wise decision. It will be interesting to see if they can get rid of their fringe players and bring in the right additions this summer.