Manchester United have had a very shaky start to the transfer window. The transfer window is normally made for clubs to improve their squad. However, the opposite of improvement has been going on at Manchester United. Ever since the transfer window opened, they have not been able to make a single signing. They have been losing out on many important players and even their own.
As soon as the transfer window opened, French defender Raphael Varane announced that he would be departing the club. Varane was a key part of the United back line and losing him will be difficult. He was later followed by Anthony Martial, who also decided to depart the club. However, both players were on high wages, and this definitely helped the club financially. Players like Mason Greenwood and Jadon Sancho are both expected to be either loaned out or sold very soon.
However, Erik Ten Hag has started developing plans for the club’s future. Ben Jacobs has reported that he has his eyes on a ditch player. This player plays forward and will be a good replacement for Anthony Martial. He is even currently representing his country in Euro 2024. The player being discussed here is Dutch forward Joshua Zirkzee.
Speaking to GiveMeSport, Jacobs provided an update on United and Joshua Zirkzee:
“€40 million is seen as an excellent deal, so there’s not going to be a problem for Manchester United in negotiating with Bologna. It’s all about working out where the player’s preferences lie and establishing the overall cost of the deal. The agent fees, in particular, are very high. They’re somewhere in the region of €8 million. So, Manchester United need to work out whether that’s value, but at this stage, the advanced talks are more focused around where Zirkzee really wants to go, Milan or Manchester United.”
More about Joshua
Joshua is a former Bayern Munich player who currently plays for Bologna in the Serie A in Italy. During the past season, in his 34 appearances, he scored 11 goals and provided 3 assists. He is currently in Germany, representing his country.
The player has not had much time on the pitch; however, he is ready whenever his country needs them to play. His impressive record in Serie A has attracted interest from multiple clubs. Currently, Manchester United and AC Milan are the two clubs in contention.
The 23-year-old star is very talented and will definitely perform wherever he goes. At just 23 years old, he has played 213 games. He has provided a total of 49 assists and found the net 83 times. He is definitely considered an upcoming talent.
Which club should he join in the transfer window?
Currently, the probability of him joining Manchester United is higher. Many people believe that moving to Old Trafford will be a very good decision for the youngster. The young duo of Alejandro Garnacho and Rasmus Højland is already performing for the Reds. His addition will convert them into an Amazon trio to lead United. This will give Manchester United a lot of direction for the future as well.
Erik Ten Hag has been developing young talent lately. The two forwards mentioned above are clear examples. However, it will be up to the youngster where he might want to go. He might join AC Milan as well. The recent addition of forwards like Oliver Ground and Marko Lazetic has definitely left some space to fill.
Most fans would want him to join United and be a part of the Premier League. The Premier League is considered to be the biggest league in the world. Most good players from other countries would want to join the EPL as well. This opportunity for the youngest will definitely be crucial. As for now, nothing can be said until the player returns from national duty at the Euros. It will be interesting to see how things go in his career. A move to England can either make or break his career as well. He might even want to stay in familiar territory and simply move to AC Milan. This transfer window will definitely determine the course of his career.
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