Insider: Man United plan to accept new Joshua Zirkzee offer and sign replacement
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(Credit: Imago) Joshua Zirkzee: Man United plan to accept new offer as replacement lined up Thu 9 April 2026 18:30, UK Joshua Zirkzee could be allowed to leave Manchester United in the summer transfer window if they can bring in a replacement for him.The 24-year-old has fallen out of favour under Michael Carrick, and the Red Devils have already begun assessing potential additions up front.He was heavily linked with a move away during the January transfer window, with a number of Italian teams keeping a close eye on his situation at Old Trafford.Former Man United chief scout Mick Brown told Football Insider that should a reasonable offer arrive for Zirkzee, the club will not stand in the way of his departure.Selling Zirkzee for a high price could allow Carrick’s side more flexibility in the transfer market as Man United prepare for a busy summer window. 🔄 Man United Transfer Update 🔄 Breaking news on deals in progress, signing scoops, departures, and contract news from the United boardroom. VISIT THE TRANSFER HUB MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES Could Man United accept new offers for Joshua Zirkzee?Brown told Football Insider ahead of the mid-season window that Zirkzee would remain at Man United given their lack of depth behind Benjamin Sesko.However, Carrick has often opted to deploy Bryan Mbeumo as a striker, forcing the Netherlands international even further down the pecking order.Joshua Zirkzee2025-26 StatsAppearances20Starts4Minutes Played546Goals2Assists1Joshua Zirkzee’s stats for Man United in 2025-26.
(via Transfermarkt)Should a significant offer be made in the summer, it will force United into a decision, and there is a growing feeling Zirkzee could soon be replaced.“There have been a few whispers about Joshua Zirkzee’s future,” Brown told Football Insider.“He’s not had his opportunities at Man United this season and certainly not under Michael Carrick, because Benjamin Sesko and Bryan Mbeumo have been starting up front.“It doesn’t look like he’s part of the plans, so from the player’s point of view, he might need to leave in search of more playing time.“For Man United, if they can get a good fee for him, it would allow them to look elsewhere for a striker who can play backup or rotate with Sesko.“They want somebody who probably fits the team and the style better than Zirkzee does, so they’ve been looking at a few options.“If they can sell Zirkzee and then bring in a replacement, I would expect to see some movement.”Which clubs are interested in signing Zirkzee?Amid a growing feeling that Zirkzee could be allowed to leave Man United, a number of clubs across Europe and in the Premier League have been placed on alert.Football Insider previously revealed that Roma were leading the race to sign Zirkzee and were lining up a move to bring him back to Serie A in January.Credit: ImagoBefore his move to Old Trafford, the centre-forward enjoyed a successful spell with Bologna, and Italian clubs are now keen to see him return to the league.Premier League clubs including both West Ham and Everton were also linked in January, although it soon became clear he would not be leaving Man United.Both clubs remain in need of a new striker, however, and could reignite their interest if they are given any indication he could be moved on. Don’t Miss a Beat: Your Man United Insider Access Get the full story from Old Trafford and Carrington with our dedicated expert hubs: Updated 24/7 with expert analysis from the heart of Old Trafford.