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Joshua Zirkzee Transfer from Manchester United to Roma

Roma, who began the month attempting to sign Manchester United striker Joshua Zirkzee, informed his representatives over the weekend that they could not wait any longer and were prepared to pursue other targets. Roma sporting director Frederic Massara said that United have currently closed all transfer discussions and it seems highly unlikely to him. United had informed Roma that they could not make a decision at that point. According to sources close to Zirkzee, he wanted the transfer and was understanding of the situation. Zirkzee is now accepting that a transfer away from Old Trafford this month is less likely and is hoping to impress new interim manager Michael Carrick and be involved in the second half of the season. The forward remains concerned that his chances of playing in the World Cup might be diminishing, given his limited playing time at United.

According to Roma's sporting director, Joshua Zirkzee's proposed mid-season transfer to the club has not proceeded. Zirkzee had wanted to leave Manchester United after receiving just 500 minutes of action before Ruben Amorim's sacking. A change of manager has resulted in Zirkzee's exit plans being halted, with United reversing their position after dismissing Amorim. Roma chief Ricky Massara told DAZN Italia that at this moment Manchester United have completely closed off any discussion about the transfer market. Massara stated that due to the change of coach, they do not want any movement, and it seems very improbable that they will change their minds.

CalcioMercato reports that transfer negotiations involving Roma and Zirkzee have stalled. Roma had reached an agreement with Zirkzee for a contract until 2030 at 3 million plus bonuses, and also with Manchester United for a paid loan with an obligation to buy in case of Champions League qualification. Approval for the transfer was expected at the end of the African Cup of Nations with the return of Mbeumo and Diallo, but the dismissal of Amorim last week complicated the situation. The negotiation is currently on hold but could reopen only in the last days of January.

According to Tuttomercato, Roma's interest in acquiring Joshua Zirkzee from Manchester United has lessened. The report states that Manchester United have not lowered their demands for the buyout and are requiring a sum that Roma currently cannot afford.

According to sources who spoke to TEAMtalk, Manchester United have no plans to keep Joshua Zirkzee and will allow him to join AS Roma in the January transfer window. Roma have received new assurances that Zirkzee is expected to join the club this month. The Serie A club had already informally agreed a loan proposal with Man Utd before the dismissal of the manager. It is understood that communication between the parties resumed on Wednesday, and Roma now believe the transfer for the forward can still be completed. While Roma would prefer to sign Zirkzee on a permanent basis, a loan move with an option to buy is still expected to be the most viable solution during this transfer window. It is understood that the prospect of returning to Serie A appeals to the player. Roma's overall plans remain unchanged as they have long anticipated that Zirkzee would not be permitted to leave before Manchester United’s AFCON participants return to the club.

According to Gianluca Di Marzio, an attempt by Roma to sign Joshua Zirkzee from Manchester United has been blocked by the English club.

According to gazzetta.it, Roma has given reassurances to coach Gian Piero Gasperini concerning Joshua Zirkzee, and sporting director Frederic Massara is set to increase efforts in the upcoming days. The Red Devils and the Giallorossi have a foundational agreement for a loan with an obligation to buy, conditional on Champions League qualification, valued at approximately 38 million euros. Discussions with the entourage of the former Bologna player are currently ongoing. Zirkzee is expected to sign a contract valued at 3.5 million euros per season, lasting until 2030.

Roma director Ricky Massara told Sky Sport Italia that Joshua Zirkzee is a Manchester United centre forward who is liked by many clubs, not just Roma. Massara stated that there are no contacts in progress and that the situation is different after a change of management at Manchester United. Roma have moved towards signing an alternative to Zirkzee. According to Sky Sport Italia, any attempt by Roma to sign Zirkzee will end if Raspadori accepts the proposed move to the club.

CalcioMercato reports on the potential transfer of Giacomo Raspadori to the capital. The report states that new developments are expected for the offensive department, involving Joshua Zirkzee and especially Giacomo Raspadori, who is described as being very close to moving to the capital. The report adds that Roma is also focusing on defense.

Should Roma complete the signing of Giacomo Raspadori, the club would then pursue their second target, Joshua Zirkzee from Manchester United. The plan is to pair a new center forward with another attacking player who is also signed in the current transfer window.

According to Tuttomercato, Gian Piero Gasperini has requested Joshua Zirkzee for Roma's attack, and this was one of four explicit transfer requests made to the club's ownership during a meeting.

According to Ricky Massara, director of the Rome club, contact between AS Roma and Manchester United over the transfer of Joshua Zirkzee has been halted for now. He stated that Zirkzee is being monitored by multiple clubs, not just AS Roma, and his situation has changed because of the dismissal of United coach Ruben Amorim. Massara confirmed there is currently no contact regarding the situation.

Frederic Massara stated that Zirkzee, who is Manchester United's center forward, is liked by many teams and not only by Roma. Massara noted that the situation is now different because of a change in technical leadership at Manchester United, which could also modify their technical interests.

Tuttomercato reported that the deals for Joshua Zirkzee and Giacomo Raspadori have become complicated in the last few hours. The outlet also stated that negotiations must continue and that Roma will aim to satisfy the coach in the coming hours.

Joshua Zirkzee's camp has informed Roma that he still wants to move to the Italian capital, despite Ruben Amorim's departure. Roma are making a renewed effort for Zirkzee, planning new talks to sign him, and are expected to make another approach in the coming days. Claims in the Daily Mail state that Zirkzee could have an opportunity at Old Trafford, but the player’s camp has made it known to Roma that the player still wants to complete a move to the club.

According to The Daily Mail, Joshua Zirkzee wanted to leave Manchester United due to limited playing time and a tense relationship with coach Rúben Amorim, and AS Roma had submitted a loan proposal with an option to buy. However, after the dismissal of Amorim, the situation appears to have changed, and Zirkzee may reconsider leaving the club. The English medium reports that interim coach Darren Fletcher wants to assess the squad before any departures.

Joshua Zirkzee could be utilized in an exchange for Manchester United to address their defensive requirements. The Italian media AS Roma Live has reported that preliminary discussions between Manchester United and AS Roma have started. A transfer of Zirkzee to AS Roma would give Manchester United an advantage in the pursuit of Evan Ndicka for the next summer. If AS Roma chooses to keep Zirkzee after a loan, Evan Ndicka could move to Manchester United to strengthen their defense.

According to Il Messaggero, the possibility of Joshua Zirkzee joining Roma still exists, as sporting director Frederic Massara has not abandoned the idea of bringing the player to Trigoria. The process is taking longer than expected, but a basic agreement is already in place between the parties. While some details still need to be finalized with the English club, the proposal is for a paid loan with an obligation to buy for approximately 30 million. This obligation is conditional on Champions League qualification and almost entirely satisfies United's requests.

Ruben Amorim said in a press conference that Joshua Zirkzee is a target for Roma, but maintains his position that he does not want anyone to leave unless Manchester United have a replacement. According to Italian media, the Dutch forward has given his complete approval to the move as he has become dissatisfied with the lack of playing time under Amorim. Manchester United are open to an exit. However, Jones reported on December 29 that while the club is ready to let Zirkzee leave on loan, it is not clear when they will sanction the exit, given that Amad Diallo and Bryan Mbeumo are away at the Africa Cup of Nations.

Ruben Amorim stated that Joshua Zirkzee has not requested a transfer.

According to 90min, while Roma is interested in Joshua Zirkzee, who has been linked with a move from Old Trafford, the forward appears determined to compete for his position. He is seemingly prepared to reject a departure during the winter.

According to Tuttomercato, a potential acquisition of Jean-Philippe Mateta by Manchester United could make Joshua Zirkzee available. The striker is the subject of significant interest from clubs in Italy, and particularly from Roma, who are prepared to closely monitor the developments of the situation.

Fabrizio Romano reports that talks are ongoing with Roma over a loan for Joshua Zirkzee that includes an option to buy.

According to Fabrizio Romano, negotiations between Man Utd and Roma for Joshua Zirkzee are continuing. The clubs are negotiating a loan with an obligation to buy. Man Utd will only approve this arrangement if they can secure a replacement for Zirkzee. The player is prepared to move to Roma and is receptive to joining their project.

According to Team Talk, Joshua Zirkzee has not convinced Ruben Amorim he is worthy of regular selection and has now been cleared to leave Manchester United in January. Manchester United would prefer a permanent sale, though it would be open to a loan with an obligation to buy. Roma are currently the primary club pursuing the player.

Joshua Zirkzee is convinced he will join AS Roma in January and has agreed to the move. It is reported that AS Roma are ready to offer Manchester United a €40 million package, which consists of an initial loan that will become permanent if they qualify for the Champions League. According to Alfredo Pedulla, Zirkzee considers the current period of his career to be finished. Pedulla reports that this deal is progressing but also acknowledges that the timeline is not strict, meaning the transfer is not guaranteed to be completed in the early part of the window. Gazzetta dello Sport writes that Zirkzee is expected to be in Rome by mid-January. Manchester United are reluctant to approve a quick deal because of the Africa Cup of Nations. Amorim is ready to approve Zirkzee's departure once Bryan Mbeumo and Amad Diallo return from the tournament.

According to Fabrizio Romano, Roma's sporting director Frederic Massara has submitted an official proposal to Manchester United for Joshua Zirkzee. The offer consists of a loan with an option to buy, which could become an obligation if certain conditions are met. Manchester United has postponed its response for two reasons. The first is that the club is not fully convinced by the proposal, as they would prefer an automatic obligation to buy. The second reason is that Zirkzee is currently deemed essential by Amorim for upcoming matches against Wolverhampton, Leeds, and Burnley, as Bruno Fernandes, Bryan Mbeumo, and Amad Diallo are expected to be unavailable due to injuries and the Africa Cup of Nations.

Joshua Zirkzee will complete a permanent move to Roma in January. The Netherlands international has accepted a proposal from Gian Piero Gasperini’s side. He is doing so to improve his chances of being selected for the 2026 World Cup, having struggled for game time this season.

According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, Joshua Zirkzee has given his full approval to join AS Roma on a loan deal because he is unhappy with his current situation at Manchester United. The report states the player had discussions with Roma's management, including sporting director Ricky Massara and coach Gian Piero Gasperini, who reassured him about his future role. La Gazzetta dello Sport also claimed that Roma and Manchester United are expected to finalize a loan deal that includes an obligation to buy next summer for between €38 and €40 million. Separately, Fabrizio Romano reported that Manchester United have confirmed through intermediaries that they have received an official offer from Roma for Joshua Zirkzee. According to Romano, this offer is a loan deal with a conditional obligation to buy.

According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, Joshua Zirkzee has approved a move to Roma after a series of contacts with the club's management. Sporting director Ricky Massara highlighted the club's ambitions, while coach Gian Piero Gasperini explained the role Zirkzee could play in his 3-4-2-1 system. The plan is to bring Zirkzee to Roma by mid-January, when Manchester United will have players returning from the Africa Cup of Nations. Ruben Amorim has indicated that it may be difficult to let Zirkzee leave without new signings. The overall operation would cost between 38 and 40 million euros and include an obligation to buy.

According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, Joshua Zirkzee and AS Roma have reached an agreement for a transfer. Zirkzee has spoken with the manager and sporting director Massara, and has committed himself to the Giallorossi. The deal is valued at more than €40 million. The transfer is delayed because Zirkzee must wait for his teammates to return from the Africa Cup. He is expected to be in Rome around mid-January. If the bonuses in the deal are met, the transfer will surpass the previous record signing of Patrick Schick. Patrick Schick joined AS Roma for €42.5 million.

According to the Italian outlet Gazzetta dello Sport, Joshua Zirkzee’s January move to AS Roma is considered complete, pending the final stages of negotiations between the two clubs. The Dutch forward is expected to leave Manchester United to get regular playing time, and Roma has identified him as an important addition for the second half of the Serie A season. Roma views Zirkzee as a replacement for Evan Ferguson, whose loan from Brighton & Hove Albion could be ended early next month. Zirkzee wants to play more this season and is keen to obtain consistent playing time to increase his chances of playing for the Netherlands for the 2026 World Cup. His familiarity with Italian football is a major factor for Roma’s confidence in the deal.

According to a report from Tuttomercato, Zirkzee is among the targets for Roma and is leaving Manchester United.

Voetbal International reports that AS Roma has a significant interest in acquiring Joshua Zirkzee, and the player has a significant desire to move to the Italian club. Roma wants to proceed with negotiations rapidly and plans to loan the striker for six months with a mandatory purchase option. Manchester United is also receptive to this arrangement, but it is not certain that a deal will be completed quickly. Due to the Africa Cup, Manchester United currently lacks several players, and it is likely Zirkzee will be permitted to leave once the squad is complete again. Zirkzee, who wants to leave this winter, has had positive discussions with Roma coach Gian Piero Gasperini and is positive about the plans. While a personal agreement is not anticipated to be an issue, the final decision will be made by Manchester United.

AS Roma has made Joshua Zirkzee its top priority for an offensive reinforcement in January. According to Fabrizio Romano, the Roma management wants to quickly reach an agreement on personal terms with the forward, and discussions are progressing positively. The main obstacle is Manchester United, which is facing shortages due to injuries and absences related to the Africa Cup of Nations, making it difficult for the club to consider reducing its offensive options. The uncertainty regarding Bruno Fernandes' health complicates Roma's plans and forces Manchester United to be extremely cautious. Zirkzee's estimated value is 24 million euros, and his annual salary is 6,556,231 euros.

According to Fabrizio Romano, AS Roma are increasing their efforts to sign Joshua Zirkzee, who they consider their top attacking target for the January transfer window. The Serie A side is advancing in talks with the Manchester United forward over personal terms, and these talks are understood to be progressing positively. Roma want to move quickly, viewing Zirkzee as a priority addition. The final decision belongs to Manchester United, who are expected to assess incoming options, fitness timelines, and overall squad depth before giving any approval.

Transfer journalist Matteo Moretto reports that AS Roma wants to add Joshua Zirkzee to their squad in the first week of January and is nearing an agreement with Manchester United. While it was previously revealed that Manchester United did not want to let Zirkzee leave before January 18 due to the Africa Cup, Matteo Moretto states this date has now moved to January 15. Zirkzee has reportedly expressed his appreciation for a move to Rome. AS Roma aims to complete the deal in early January through a loan with an option to buy, which will become mandatory if the club qualifies for the Champions League. The only thing remaining is the final approval from Manchester United.

Tuttomercato reports on Roma's growing interest in acquiring Joshua Zirkzee. The club is considering the transfer, and the idea of waiting until the second half of January is reportedly becoming more likely. The proposed formula for the deal is a paid loan that could exceed 5 million, with an obligation to buy set at 30 million if Roma qualifies for the Champions League.

Joshua Zirkzee is a prime target for Roma, and talks were held with the club in London last week. According to Fabrizio Romano, Manchester United may let Joshua Zirkzee leave to facilitate a move for Antoine Semenyo, either through a permanent transfer or a loan deal with an obligation to buy. A January move away from Old Trafford is permitted if a suitor can meet their demands.

According to Tuttomercato, Joshua Zirkzee is the main objective for Roma, and coach Gasperini wants him available from early January. Zirkzee is considered a lower risk compared to Fullkrug, due to his successful history in Serie A. The negotiation with Manchester United for Zirkzee is expected to be more complex than Milan's dealings with West Ham. The report adds that Roma has alternative options, with Tel as the second option and former Udinese player Beto as the third option.

Corriere Dello Sport reports that Joshua Zirkzee’s representatives held talks with Roma last week regarding a potential move. The report claims Roma's plan is to first agree on personal terms with Zirkzee’s agents to pressure United into a deal, and that a loan fee of more than €5-6m is expected to be offered with an obligation to buy in the summer. Roma wants to sign a new striker as soon as possible, while United would prefer to wait until later in the month after key players return from the African Cup of Nations. This difference in timing could create complications. Zirkzee was initially prepared to leave United because of limited playing time and his ambition to be in the Netherlands’ squad for the 2026 World Cup, but he is now believed to be willing to compete for his position. Any departure in January will likely depend on Zirkzee’s performances in the coming weeks and the offers United receive. A permanent sale is probably the only way the club would approve the forward's departure.

According to Sky Sports News, Joshua Zirkzee does not intend to return to Italy amid links to Serie A side Roma.

According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, AS Roma's technical director Ricky Massara will travel to Manchester after the game against Celtic to attempt to finalize a deal for Joshua Zirkzee. The striker, who was on the bench during United's 4-1 win over Wolverhampton Wanderers, is reportedly open to returning to Serie A. The English club is willing to cooperate but has established strict conditions, demanding a loan arrangement with a mandatory purchase option of 35 million euros. AS Roma wants to link this obligation to qualification for the Champions League and is trying to slightly reduce the amount.

AS Roma have opened formal talks with Man Utd regarding a January deal for Joshua Zirkzee after getting approval from their owners, the Friedkins. Discussions were previously held via intermediaries, but sporting director Frederic Massara has now contacted Man Utd directly to discuss a loan deal that includes a purchase obligation.

According to Sky Sport Italia, Manchester United and AS Roma are continuing to hold regular discussions over the future of Joshua Zirkzee. Reports suggest that Roma are in a more advanced position in the negotiations, though the structure of the deal remains a significant point of disagreement. United’s preference is for a permanent sale during the winter window. Roma are seeking a loan agreement with a conditional option to buy, an approach influenced by financial constraints under UEFA’s Financial Fair Play regulations.

Sky Sports Italia reports that Joshua Zirkzee's arrival remains a top priority for AS Roma this winter and that the club is in discussions with Manchester United. It is reported that Roma is not satisfied with the performances of loanee Evan Ferguson and Artem Dovbyk. The expectations between United and Roma differ, as the Italians want a loan deal and the English club wants to sell the striker directly. Zirkzee was acquired from Bologna in 2024 for at least 42.5 million euros and has a contract until the summer of 2029.

According to Corriere dello Sport, Man Utd have rejected an offer from Roma for Joshua Zirkzee, which was a loan with an option to buy.

Insider Pete O’Rourke stated that Roma is one of the teams primarily interested in bringing Joshua Zirkzee back to Italy. According to TEAMtalk, Ruben Amorim now has a strong desire to keep him. Amorim, who gave Zirkzee just 82 minutes of Premier League action before the Everton match three games ago, has informed the United board of his desire not to transfer the striker in January, as he believes the Dutchman deserves to remain at Old Trafford. It is unlikely the Red Devils will listen to offers for Zirkzee in January.

According to Dean Jones, Man Utd manager Ruben Amorim has indicated that he wants Joshua Zirkzee to be part of his team for the rest of the season. Sportal reports that because Man Utd is not willing to send Zirkzee out on loan in the January transfer window, AS Roma has decided to end their pursuit of the player and will consider other targets.

Joshua Zirkzee, who was sought-after last summer, is also targeted for the winter session. According to LaRoma24, Roma's management has received approval for the necessary budget to secure a high-level striker, and Zirkzee is mentioned as a technical and economic reference profile. The club's ownership will guarantee financial coverage for the operation, whether it is a loan or a permanent transfer.

According to Corriere dello Sport, Joshua Zirkzee is a target for Roma to strengthen their attack. The deal is complicated because his agents demand very high commissions and Manchester United refuses to allow a loan. Zirkzee is also getting more playing time at Manchester United.

Roma were engaged in negotiations for a loan for Joshua Zirkzee, possibly with a purchase option. Zirkzee publicly declared his happiness at Old Trafford. This admission reportedly unsettled Roma’s hierarchy. Manager Gian Piero Gasperini and sporting director Frederic Massara now believe that the Dutchman may no longer be motivated to push for a January exit, prompting them to reconsider their plans.

Il Messaggero reports that while Joshua Zirkzee had been a primary target for Roma, his public unwillingness to actively seek a transfer has caused the club to consider other options.

According to Corriere dello Sport, the main obstacle for Joshua Zirkzee's transfer to Roma is the high commissions demanded by his agents. Manchester United currently presents an obstacle as they want to monetize the sale immediately. Roma is attempting to acquire Zirkzee on loan with an option to buy, which would become an obligation if the club qualifies for the next Champions League. Despite strong competition, the player would prefer Roma as his next destination.

AS Roma has made Joshua Zirkzee its top priority for the January transfer window and is preparing a major offer to convince Manchester United. According to The Mirror, AS Roma is preparing an offer for Zirkzee estimated at £36 million, which is approximately €41 million. The Italian club is also considering a loan that includes a purchase obligation conditional on qualification for the Champions League next season. Joshua Zirkzee earns an annual salary of €6,556,231 in England.

According to Italian media, there is growing confidence at AS Roma and Napoli that Manchester United players Joshua Zirkzee and Kobbie Mainoo will complete January moves. Both players are unhappy under Ruben Amorim and are hoping to be granted a January loan to get playing time before the 2026 World Cup. Zirkzee, who has an ETV of €36.1m, is interested in a move to Roma, and he has also been receiving interest from multiple suitors.

According to Goal.com, AS Roma's pursuit of Joshua Zirkzee is accelerating. The club is developing a transfer structure intended to persuade Manchester United to approve a January move despite UEFA restrictions. Roma is preparing a loan with an obligation to buy, which is aimed at delaying payment until the summer.

Roma have made an offer for Joshua Zirkzee consisting of a loan with a conditional obligation to buy. The condition to trigger a permanent transfer is Roma qualifying for the Champions League. Zirkzee has reportedly agreed to the transfer. According to the report, United have decided to sell the Dutchman. Gazzetta dello Sport reports the move will happen.

Joshua Zirkzee has agreed to a loan move to Roma. According to Gazzetta dello Sport, Roma has made a new offer to Manchester United for Zirkzee, proposing a loan that would become permanent if they qualify for the Champions League. It remains uncertain whether Manchester United will sanction a move, which may depend on the club finding a replacement. It is claimed Zirkzee is nearer to completing a deal.

According to TEAMtalk’s Dean Jones, while Roma would take Joshua Zirkzee on loan, United would prefer a permanent deal to be attached. Tuttomercatoweb editor Niccolo Ceccarini reports that United and Roma are willing to compromise by including an option to buy in the loan deal, which would become an obligation if Roma were to qualify for the Champions League.

According to Gazzetta dello Sport, Manchester United are prepared to permit Joshua Zirkzee's departure in the upcoming January transfer window. Sources in Italy state that Man United have informed Roma they are willing to let Zirkzee leave on a loan deal with an option to buy, and that negotiations are underway. United have set the purchase clause at a minimum of €35 million (£30.9m). The deal is dependent on further negotiations regarding salary coverage and the precise structure of the option-to-buy clause. All parties, including United, Roma, and Zirkzee, appear to be in agreement in principle.

According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, AS Roma is the leading club in the pursuit of Joshua Zirkzee. Discussions are focused on a 6-month loan that includes a mandatory purchase option for the subsequent summer. The purchase option price has been set at 35 million euros by Manchester United. For the transfer to proceed, Joshua Zirkzee is required to agree to a salary reduction. Roma might pursue Mathys Tel if an agreement is not reached.

AS Roma is planning a loan for Joshua Zirkzee that includes an option to purchase. The value of this purchase agreement is at least 35 million euros, according to 'Gazzetta dello Sport'.

According to Gazzetta dello Sport, Manchester United has become open to a loan solution with an option to buy, which would please Roma. Gasperini has a strong liking for Joshua Zirkzee and would have wanted him when he was Atalanta's coach.

Several reports suggest that Joshua Zirkzee could return to Italy to join AS Roma. The club is currently seeking a replacement in the winter for Artem Dovbyk. Dovbyk will be unavailable for an extended period due to a thigh injury. Zirkzee has made only four substitute appearances in the Premier League for Manchester United this season.

Roma are monitoring the situation of Joshua Zirkzee at Manchester United. Corriere della Sera reports that Roma could be in competition with Milan for the player. Both clubs, through sporting directors Massara and Tare, have already explored the feasibility of a deal, and it appears both intend to propose a loan with an option to buy.

According to Relevo, AS Roma is still interested in a winter transfer for Joshua Zirkzee, but the striker's salary could be a significant obstacle to the move. The transfer is considered difficult because Roma appears unwilling to cover Zirkzee's entire salary, which would require United to continue paying a portion of it. United would prefer an agreement with a club prepared to pay the full salary.

Joshua Zirkzee is seriously considering a departure during the next transfer window, and clubs like AS Roma are closely monitoring the situation. He was signed for nearly 42.5 million euros in the summer of 2024 and is under contract with the Red Devils until 2029, earning 6,556,231 euros per year in England. The player is valued at 30 million euros.

Ruben Amorim views Joshua Zirkzee as an important part of the squad as the 24-year-old can play several positions. Fabrizio Romano reports that Amorim never wanted to let Joshua Zirkzee leave because he believes Zirkzee can cover several positions and can be very important. The player strongly desires regular playing time and is seeking a departure in the upcoming transfer window, and the Manchester United board is receptive to selling him. The situation may be influenced by the severity of Benjamin Sesko’s injury and whether United acquires a new attacker in the winter.

La Gazzetta dello Sport reported on Tuesday that AS Roma has targeted Joshua Zirkzee. According to the Italian newspaper, the plan has been to focus on the forward since Sunday. The report also states that the 24-year-old Dutchman's preference is for Roma.

According to Gazzetta dello Sport, Joshua Zirkzee is Roma's top target. Zirkzee intends to leave Manchester United, where he has been relegated to the bench due to the club's significant purchases and the preferences of coach Ruben Amorim. While Zirkzee prefers a move to Italy, his agent, Kia Joorabchian, is advocating for him to remain in the Premier League, mainly for economic reasons.

According to Fabrizio Romano, Roma is also interested in Joshua Zirkzee's situation. There is no mention that the player has requested a loan or transfer, and he remains focused on Manchester United.

Fabrizio Romano stated on his YouTube channel earlier this week that West Ham are interested in Joshua Zirkzee and that Roma have also made contact in recent weeks.

AS Roma have reportedly initiated discussions concerning a potential transfer for Manchester United forward Joshua Zirkzee. According to Sky Sport Italia, the player has directed his representatives to seek a loan departure in January after falling out of favour under Rúben Amorim. It is claimed by sources in Italy that AS Roma has already made contact with Zirkzee's representatives. The club is confident in his potential for success in Serie A, citing his previous performance for Bologna, and Zirkzee is reportedly open to a return to Italy. Man United is not actively seeking his sale but is agreeable to a loan transfer that includes an option to buy, contingent on the deal's structure. A significant motivation for Zirkzee's desire to leave the Red Devils in January is to secure playing time to contend for a spot in the Netherlands' World Cup squad for the upcoming year.

TalkSport reported that AS Roma and West Ham United are also interested in Zirkzee.

According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, Roma are making efforts to sign Zirkzee.

AS Roma is seeking an additional attacker in January and is considering Joshua Zirkzee as an option. A permanent transfer is considered unlikely to be financially possible for the Italian club, which makes a loan a possibility. The loan could include an option to purchase. Zirkzee has previously played in Serie A for Bologna.

AS Roma considers Joshua Zirkzee to be the primary candidate to reinforce their striker position in January. According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, the Italian club hopes to take action immediately if an attacker departs from the current squad. Roma could partially assume the salary of almost four million euros that Zirkzee is paid in Manchester, on the condition that there is space in the squad.

According to The Times, Zirkzee would consider leaving United when the January transfer window opens. The same report mentions that Roma are monitoring the situation and may potentially make a January loan bid, preferring a loan due to Financial Fair Play regulations.

According to Gazzetta dello Sport, Zirkzee has already made a decision and wants to leave as soon as possible, even accepting a loan move in January. The report states that Roma are giving serious consideration to launching a loan proposal and that the club will face no issues getting the green light from the player's end.

According to Gazzeta dello Sport, AS Roma are interested in Joshua Zirkzee because he could be a 'tempting' market opportunity. The publication reports that Roma are in a financial hole and need to raise €90 million by 30 June of next year to avoid breaching UEFA's Squad Cost Ratio rule. This makes Zirkzee attractive, as he could be available on loan, which would mean the club would only have to pay six months of his salary. The player reportedly wants to leave Manchester United 'as soon as possible', and Roma are expected to be at the front of the queue for him in January. His name came up during a discussion with owner Dan Friedkin on Thursday, but the Giallorossi are aware that they will face competition for his signature.

CalcioMercato reports on Roma's interest in acquiring Joshua Zirkzee from Manchester United. The forward, who plays little at his club, is reportedly the first name on the list for the Giallorossi managers. Roma is said to be ready to return to the January transfer market to provide a new striker for coach Gian Piero Gasperini.

La Gazzetta dello Sport reported on Friday that AS Roma is interested in Joshua Zirkzee. Roma is looking for an additional striker who can also play as a left winger and believes that Zirkzee perfectly fits this profile. The striker himself is keen on the transfer and hopes that in Italy he can regain his place in Ronald Koeman's squad.

After moving to Manchester United from Bologna for €42 million in the summer, Joshua Zirkzee is reportedly considering a January exit due to a lack of playing time under manager Amorim. The 24-year-old striker, who has made just three appearances in the league and League Cup, hopes to find a new club to regain his place in the Netherlands national team. In this context, Gazzetta dello Sport reports that Zirkzee could be a loan opportunity for Roma, who are currently looking for a striker. Zirkzee's contract with Manchester United runs until June 2029, and his market value is estimated by Transfermarkt to be €30 million. In addition to Roma, other clubs recently linked with the forward include Juventus and Milan.

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