Despite Ruben Amorim having ‘big plans’ for his star, Italian side Atalanta are ‘working quietly’ on a deal to try and secure his services.
Manchester United have struggled so far in the summer transfer window, having only secured the signing of Matheus Cunha, while seeing no players sold.
This summer was meant to represent a time for change at Old Trafford, but the much-anticipated rebuild hasn’t got off to the start many had hoped it would.
Ruben Amorim’s pursuit of a new striker has been put on hold, with all focus being placed on the acquisition of Bryan Mbeumo for now, leaving many confused as to who will lead the line for the Red Devils next season.
This being said, it could still be a possibility that United striker Joshua Zirkzee exits the club, with Atalanta sniffing around the forward’s services.
Atalanta confident on Zirkzee deal
According to Tutto Atalanta, Zirkzee is hungry for redemption after his first year at United, and Atalanta could offer him the opportunity.
Having seen Mateo Retegui depart the club for a move to Saudi Arabia, Atalanta are in the market for a new forward and could look to utilise their ‘chemistry’ with United, which has been built on previous deals.
In recent seasons, United and Atalanta have engaged in business, which has seen both Amad and Rasmus Højlund head to Old Trafford.
Sport Witness also state that Zirkzee fits the profile sought by Ivan Juric, and his European experience is seen as an additional bonus.
Amorim’s plans for Zirkzee are clear
Last season, the Dutchman featured as both a striker and an inside forward under Amorim, and added more value to the side as the season progressed.
According to previous reports, Amorim has “bigger plans” for Zirkzee next season compared to Højlund, with the United coach reportedly a big fan of the 24-year-old.
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Amorim is said to be keen on keeping his silky striker for next season, and a forward line of Cunha, Mbeumo, and Zirkzee would offer great fluidity.
Zirkzee offers United a very rare and versatile profile in their forward line. Given the lack of progress on signing forwards so far, this could be a profile of increasing importance as it can cover for areas that the Reds fail to fill this summer.
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