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Inter Milan make an offer for Manchester United star enjoying a mixed 2024-25 campaign

Originally posted on We All Follow United
By Rohit Sarkar | Last updated May 16, 2025 8:42 PM ET

Inter Milan are interested in Manchester United star Joshua Zirkzee

Manchester United have been under the spotlight all season. Erratic results, a lack of identity in the game and a squad that has failed to live up to expectations have left the club in an uncomfortable position. Despite some glimpses of quality, constant mistakes have led to frustration among supporters. The atmosphere at Old Trafford is tense, and demands are growing as the summer approaches. With Ruben Amorim set to lead a new project, fans expect a thorough clean-up and bold decisions. And amid this backdrop, Joshua Zirkzee’s name is starting to generate debate.

Zirkzee joined Manchester United from Bologna in a deal worth more than €42.5 million. The club made his signing official with a contract until June 2029, with an option to extend for a further year. The Dutchman arrived as a promising youngster, but his performances have been far from what was expected. In the Premier League, he has not been able to impose his presence or make a difference in the penalty area.

Manchester United receive an offer from Inter Milan for Joshua Zirkzee

Expectations were high, but the adaptation has been more complicated than expected. Meanwhile, Inter Milan have set their sights on him, according to recent information from SunSport, which opens the door to a possible departure. Amorim’s new project would see a restructuring in almost all lines, and the centre-forward position is no exception. While Zirkzee has quality, his lack of immediate impact may work against him. In a team with an urgency for results, there is no room to wait too long.

For manager Ruben Amorim, the priority is clear: he needs players who can slot seamlessly into his tactical system. While Zirkzee possesses technical ability, his slow decision-making and inconsistent movement have often seen him isolated and ineffective in key moments.

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If Inter Milan’s interest is genuine, United should be open to negotiating, but not hastily. A loan deal with an option to buy could strike the perfect balance. It would allow Zirkzee to gain valuable minutes in a league where his profile may fit better while freeing up room in United’s squad for a more seasoned, reliable striker.

Another season of gambling on Zirkzee would only make sense if Amorim is convinced he can find a way to maximise the striker’s potential in a revised system. Otherwise, holding onto him out of pride or fear of financial loss could prove a costly mistake. In a season where United desperately need consistency, solutions must take precedence over experiments.

This article first appeared on We All Follow United and was syndicated with permission.

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