Could the recently acquired Dutchman leave Old Trafford in January?
Rumours are swirling that Juventus are interested in signing Manchester United striker Joshua Zirkzee just months after he arrived at Old Trafford.
Zirkzee’s underwhelming Man Utd start
The Dutch international, who joined United for €42.5 million in the summer, has struggled to replicate his impressive form from last season with Bologna.
Despite scoring on his debut against Fulham, Zirkzee has failed to find the net in his subsequent seven appearances, raising questions about his suitability for English football.
This has reportedly opened the door for Juventus, previously interested in Zirkzee, to make a move.
Juventus consider swap deal for Zirkzee
Interestingly, the Italian giants are reportedly considering a swap deal involving their star striker, Dusan Vlahovic, as per Calciomercato.
While the Serbian international has been a consistent performer for Juventus, contract negotiations have stalled, with his current deal expiring in 2026.
This has alerted several clubs, including Arsenal, to Vlahovic's potential availability.
A swap deal with United presents a unique opportunity for both clubs to address their respective needs.
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However, the main hurdle to any potential deal is the significant difference in wages between the two players. The Serbian currently earns nearly double Zirkzee's salary, which could prove a stumbling block for the Premier League side.
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Joshua Zirkzee breaks silence on why he chose Manchester United
Dutch striker Joshua Zirkzee has opened up on what drove him to settle for Manchester United from Italian side Bologna.
Although the Netherlands international has struggled recently, Manchester United may be reluctant to part ways with him so soon after investing a significant sum in his transfer.
Zirkzee could feature for the Red Devils in Thursday’s Europa League match against Porto.