Joshua Zirkzee: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

From Italy: Roma ready to sign Zirzkee on one condition as Man Utd name their price

Roma remain adamant about recruiting Joshua Zirkzee in January, but the deal largely hinges on the conditions set by Manchester United. The Netherlands international has been relegated to the bench this season following the arrivals of Matheus Cunha, Bryan Mbeumo, and, most importantly, Benjamin Sesko.

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Latest transfer updates on Zirkzee, Mainoo, Icardi and Lucca

Football Italia transfer expert Alfredo Pedullà provides the latest transfer updates on Serie A-linked Mauro Icardi, Joshua Zirkzee, Kobbie Mainoo and Napoli striker Lorenzo Lucca.

Soccer News / Stretty News / December 13

Fabrizio Romano reveals two Man Utd January decisions amid ‘very strong’ interest

Fabrizio Romano insists Manchester United have already taken a clear stance on Joshua Zirkzee and Kobbie Mainoo. Both players have been unhappy with the amount of playing time they’ve been receiving this season.

Joshua Zirkzee News / Football Italia / December 11

Report Milan reopen Zirkzee talks and target West Ham striker

According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, Milan have reopened informal talks with Joshua Zirkzee’s agent Kia Joorabchian, but Mauro Icardi and Niclas Füllkrug are also on the Rossoneri’s agenda.

Soccer News / Stretty News / December 11

New suitor hellbent on signing ‘wonderful’ Man Utd star in January; This could be a game-changer

AC Milan have become the latest club in Serie A to express their interest in signing Manchester United striker Joshua Zirkzee. The Dutchman has been playing his football at Old Trafford since making the £37.5 million move from Bologna in the summer of 2024.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / December 11

Sky Sports: Man United whiz makes seismic U-turn on his future after developments over the last month

Joshua Zirkzee has reportedly decided to stay and fight for his place at Manchester United instead of leaving next month. That’s according to Sky Sports, which adds that AS Roma are hot in pursuit of the forward, but are set to be unsuccessful in their attempts to prise him from Old Trafford.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / December 10

Old Trafford favorite turns down Serie A giants; He wants Man Utd stay

Manchester United striker Joshua Zirkzee is determined to remain at Carrington despite renowned interest from Roma. The Dutchman has been heavily linked with the exit door since the start of the season due to the lack of playing time.

Joshua Zirkzee News / Football Italia / December 10

Roma step up pursuit of Man Utd’s Zirkzee as Ferguson expected to return to Brighton

Roma have intensified their efforts to sign Joshua Zirkzee, opening formal negotiations with Manchester United for the Dutch striker. According to La Gazzetta

Atalanta News / Caught Offside / December 10

Man United ‘in contact’ with Euro giants over attacker move

Manchester United and AS Roma are continuing to hold regular discussions over the future of Dutch forward Joshua Zirkzee, according to Sky Sport Italia, as reported by Football Italia.

Joshua Zirkzee News / Football Italia / December 9

Gasperini pushes for Man Utd forward Zirkzee & approves Roma Giovane pursuit

Almost a month ago, back on November 16, we told you something very clear: for Gian Piero Gasperini, the perfect signing for the January window is Joshua Zirkzee.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / December 9

Just in: Sky confirms club-to-club negotiations for ‘miserable’ Man Utd star who already said ‘yes’

Manchester United are reportedly in active talks with Roma who are keen to sign Joshua Zirkzee in January. The Dutchman had to wait until Benjamin Sesko’s injury to earn a Premier League start this season.

Joshua Zirkzee News / Football Italia / December 9

Sky: ‘Daily dialogue’ between Roma and Man United for Zirkzee

Sky Sport Italia report that Roma have already opened talks over Joshua Zirkzee with Manchester United: ‘Negotiations are ongoing, there’s a daily dialogue.’ Roma are expected to reshape their attacking department in the January transfer window as the Giallorossi seem eager to send Evan Ferguson back to Brighton to sign a new centre-forward.

Joshua Zirkzee News / Caught Offside / December 8

Man United make Joshua Zirkzee decision after Euro giants make their move

Manchester United have reportedly turned down an approach from AS Roma for striker Joshua Zirkzee, according to Corriere dello Sport. The Italian club were keen to sign the Netherlands international on loan in January, with an option to buy at the end of the season, but United have made it clear that they will only consider a permanent transfer.

Brentford FC News / Caught Offside / December 7

Report: Man United could perform U-turn on the future of outcast next month

Manchester United striker Joshua Zirkzee has been linked with a move away from the club in recent months. As per Football Insider, Roma are currently leading the race to sign the player and it will be interesting to see how the situation develops.

Soccer News / Stretty News / December 6

First bid rebuffed but deal likely to be struck: United edge closer to full agreement for £37m star

Manchester United have reportedly rebuffed an opening proposal from AS Roma for Joshua Zirkzee. Despite maintaining that no major outgoings would be sanctioned mid-season, INEOS have seemingly opened the door to Zirkzee’s departure.

Soccer News / Stretty News / December 5

Forget Mainoo & Zirkzee – Man Utd star must leave in January after 4/10 display vs West Ham

Manchester United must find Ayden Heaven a new club in January, especially following his unconvincing showing on Thursday. Ruben Amorim fielded an unusual trio at the back against West Ham United, with the 19-year-old slotting in between Noussair Mazraoui and Luke Shaw.

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Soccer News / The Cult of Calcio / December 5

Roma Tracking Atletico Madrid and Corinthians Strikers

Roma aren’t so sure Manchester United will greenlight the departure of Joshua Zirkzee and are kicking the tires on more options to bolster the frontline, like Giacomo Raspadori and Yuri Alberto.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / December 3

Euro giants end interest in Man United star and shift focus towards Tottenham attacker

The winter transfer window is looming and with it, a potential shake-up in Roma’s striking plans. What once seemed a near-certain move for Joshua Zirkzee of Manchester United now looks increasingly uncertain, with Roma shifting their focus toward Tottenham’s young forward Mathys Tel, according to Il Messaggero.

Werder Bremen News / Caught Offside / December 2

Report: West Ham plot Man United raid to improve key area in January

West Ham United are looking to add more quality to the attacking unit, and they have identified Joshua Zirkzee as a target. The player has struggled for opportunities at Manchester United, and a report from La Lazio Siamo Noi claims that West Ham are prepared to provide him with an exit route.

Soccer News / Essential Football / December 1

Fantasy Premier League: FPL Winners & Losers

Gameweek 13 was unlucky for some – how did the latest batch of Premier League games treat you in Fantasy Premier League? As we enter the festive period, teams like Manchester City, Manchester United and Liverpool will be feeling the Christmas spirit as they were all in winning form at the weekend.

Soccer News / Football Italia / December 1

Roma 0-1 Napoli: Damning stat shows why Gasperini needs Zirkzee in January

Reports in Italy continue to link Roma with a move for Manchester United’s Joshua Zirkzee in the January transfer window, and a damning statistic from

Soccer News / centredevils / November 30

West Ham United lose key player ahead of December 2025 Manchester United clash

West Ham United and Manchester United are due to meet next Thursday at Old Trafford with the two sides looking to establish good form ahead of the festive period.

Soccer News / centredevils / November 27

Joshua Zirkzee asking price for January 2026 revealed

Joshua Zirkzee’s time at Manchester United has been a disappointing one as the former Bologna man has failed to impress and establish himself under Ruben Amorim.

Manchester United News / HITC / November 25

Joshua Zirkzee display against Everton has Man Utd supporters all making the same point

Joshua Zirkzee caught the eye of Manchester United fans after his performance against Everton at Old Trafford on Monday night. David Moyes took his Everton team to Old Trafford for United’s first league fixture following the November international break.