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AS Roma seem convinced that Joshua Zirkzee is the player who can add an extra edge to the title, or at least that is what their latest moves strongly suggest.
Due to the lack of European football and an early exit from the Carabao Cup, Manchester United has had fewer matches in the first half of the season. As a result, some players, like Zirkzee, have struggled to secure meaningful playing time.
With the World Cup looming in the summer of 2026, the Dutch striker knows, like any footballer, that extended spells on the bench could jeopardize his chances of becoming the showpiece.
These frustrations have inevitably led to speculation about an exit from Old Trafford this winter.
Agreement between Roma and Zirkzee
Italian heavyweights Roma have been the most persistent candidates. Reports suggest that head coach Gian Piero Gasperini views Zirkzee as an ideal fit for his system.
A few days ago, The Peoples Person published claims that the Giallorossi had managed to convince the Dutch striker to join them.
Roma, fourth in Serie A, just three points off the top, are keen to replace struggling Brighton & Hove Albion loanee Evan Ferguson.
After convincing Zirkzee of their project, the Italian team has now taken the next step in their endeavor.
Club-to-club offer made
According to Fabrizio Romano about his Italian YouTube channel, Roma have submitted an official offer to United for Zirkzee:
“Manchester United have confirmed that they have received an official offer from Roma for Joshua Zirkzee.
“It is a loan agreement with a conditional purchase obligation and Manchester United have confirmed through intermediaries that they have received this proposal from Roma.
“Manchester United, as I told you in the days before Christmas, are taking their time.”
Zirkzee has failed to establish himself at United, and Roma’s willingness to loan him with a conditional purchase obligation is a tempting proposition now on the table.
Zirkzee’s departure could unlock United’s winter plans
The Red Devils also have their own ambitions this winter.
Letting Zirkzee leave could free up resources for reinforcements. Savings on his wages, coupled with the obligation to buy, would put the Red Devils in a position of leverage to pursue the midfielder or left wing-back they desire.
Alternatively, INEOS could also look to win the race to bring former Barcelona striker Vitor Roque back to Europe.
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