Joshua Zirkzee has been linked with a move away from Manchester United in recent months, and a summer exit may be on the cards.
Joshua Zirkzee was linked with a move away during the winter transfer window, and AS Roma were keen on securing his signature. However, the move did not materialise, as Manchester United did not want to weaken their squad.
According to a report from TEAMtalk, Manchester United will assess the versatile Dutch attacker’s future at the end of the season and decide whether to cash in on him. The Red Devils are also open to signing an experienced striker in the summer transfer window.
The 24-year-old Netherlands international has struggled for opportunities at Manchester United, and he needs to leave to play more often. The Dutchman previously shown his quality in Italy with Bologna, and a return to his comfort zone could be ideal. It will be interesting to see where he ends up.
Manchester United paid £36.5 million to sign the Dutch attacker, who will be desperate to play more often at this stage of his career. Sitting on the bench at the Premier League club will not benefit him.
Manchester United ponder Zirkzee replacement plan
The report further claims that Manchester United could look to bring in an experienced striker to replace him. The Red Devils have already invested in a talented young attacker like Benjamin Sesko. They are looking to bring in the ideal support system for the Slovenian.
An experienced striker could be the ideal mentor for him, and he could also take the goal-scoring burden off the player. It will be interesting to see how the situation develops. The Netherlands international will be desperate to sort out his future at the end of the season.
This has been a very disappointing season for him, and he has barely had any opportunities. He will not want to waste another season in his years. He will look to return to Italy and play more often. There is no doubt that he has the quality to establish himself as a key player for club and country.
Meanwhile, Manchester United will be hoping to fight for major trophies, and they could use more quality and experience in the team. It will be interesting to see who they end up with as a replacement for the Dutchman.