AS Roma are stepping up efforts to sign Man United forward Joshua Zirkzee ahead of the January transfer window opening.
The Serie A side have identified Zirkzee as their priority attacking target, aiming to strengthen creativity, mobility, and technical quality upfront.
Roma believe the Dutch striker’s profile suits Italian football and feel he could thrive within a tactical, structured Serie A environment.
According to Fabrizio Romano, talks over personal terms have progressed well, signalling Zirkzee’s openness to a potential mid-season move.
However, any deal remains complex, with Manchester United still weighing Roma’s interest against their own squad requirements carefully.
Man United face difficult decision
United are currently stretched due to injuries and Africa Cup of Nations absences, complicating plans to offload attacking options in January.
The recent injury setback to Bruno Fernandes has further tightened squad depth, increasing the importance of available attacking players.
Zirkzee has shown flashes of quality at Old Trafford, but his role under Ruben Amorim has often lacked clarity.
That uncertainty has fuelled speculation a move elsewhere could benefit both player development and Manchester United’s squad balance.
From Roma’s perspective, the situation represents an opportunity to act decisively and secure a top target early in the window.
The Italian club hope an early January arrival would allow Zirkzee time to adapt and influence the second half of their campaign.
For United, sanctioning the move could free squad space or funds, but risks weakening depth during a demanding period.
United’s hierarchy will assess injury timelines, potential reinforcements, and overall depth before deciding whether to approve Zirkzee’s exit.
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