Manchester United are close to finalizing a £33.7 million deal to sign Dutch striker Joshua Zirkzee from Bologna.
United sources confirm that the club is set to pay a slight premium on the £33.67 million release clause to secure an extended payment period for the 23-year-old.
The Premier League club is committed to adhering to Profit and Sustainability Rules (PSR) regarding loss limits and acknowledges that their current financial situation requires disciplined transfer dealings.
This strategic approach is crucial as they navigate their transfer activities within the financial constraints imposed by the PSR.
The departure of long-serving forward Anthony Martial, whose contract expired at the end of last season, has left a significant gap in United’s attacking options. Martial’s extended absence due to injury, coupled with Marcus Rashford’s drop in form, placed a heavy burden on new signing Rasmus Hojlund to lead the attack.
United’s management is hopeful that the addition of Zirkzee will bolster their offensive capabilities as they aim to improve on their previous season’s performance, where they finished outside the top six.
However, their triumph in the FA Cup, where they beat Manchester City, has secured them a place in the UEFA Europa League for the upcoming season.
Joshua Zirkzee’s potential move to Old Trafford represents a strategic acquisition aimed at enhancing the team’s striking options and increasing their competitive edge both domestically and in European competitions. The young Dutch forward, who has shown promise with Bologna, is expected to bring fresh energy and goal-scoring prowess to the Manchester United squad.
