Borussia Dortmund are closely monitoring the situation of Joshua Zirkzee. Football Insider reports that Manchester United are prepared to approve the departure of Joshua Zirkzee at the end of the 2025/26 campaign, but only if the club secures a replacement of a high standard first. The information about Zirkzee's potential availability has resulted in a bidding war.

Borussia Dortmund is interested in Joshua Zirkzee and is closely monitoring his situation, according to 'Teamtalk'. The same source reports that Manchester United has already informed Zirkzee that he can leave the club if a suitable offer comes in. According to the online portal, United expects a transfer fee in the region of the purchase price of €42.5 million. Given the price expectations, it remains open whether Borussia Dortmund will make a concrete move.

Joshua Zirkzee is primarily being considered as a loan target by interested clubs. Due to the 24-year-old's poor form during his time with Manchester United, clubs are hesitant to pay for a permanent signing at present.

According to Team Talk, there is growing interest from Germany in a potential return for Joshua Zirkzee, with both Borussia Dortmund and Bayer Leverkusen monitoring his situation. The centre-forward joined Manchester United from Bologna in July 2024 and has a contract with the club until June 2029. In March 2026, Manchester United's asking price was reportedly set at between €25-35 million, which is less than the €42.5 million fee paid for his transfer in 2024.