Manchester United star Joshua Zirkzee is set to hold crucial talks with the club in November as he looks to move away in January.
The Dutch striker joined Man United from Bologna last summer, but his move to the Premier League giants did not go as planned.
Under Ruben Amorim, Zirkzee struggled to find playing time, struggling to fit into the Portuguese manager’s preferred tactical system.
The lack of minutes caused him to be abandoned by the Netherlands during the last international break.
And with eyes on the next World Cup in 2026, the Dutch team’s exclusion has increased his urgency to leave Man United for regular playing time.
Joshua Zirkzee set to hold crucial talks with Manchester United
According to talkSPORT’s Ben Jacobs, Zirkzee is yet to have formal discussions with Manchester United regarding a January move, but he is expected to speak to his club in November.
United are believed to be willing to let him leave, with several clubs across Europe monitoring his situation.
West Ham have already made contact with Manchester United, while AS Roma have also started talks over a possible deal for the Dutchman.
West Ham have already contacted Manchester United about the 24-year-old, while AS Roma, according to the report, have also started discussions over a possible transfer for Zirkzee.
The player himself would like to stay in the Premier League, but his preference is for regular playing time, whether in Serie A or the Premier League.
The report also claims that Zirkzee is not worried about a permanent move and is open to an initial loan move to boost his chances of making the World Cup squad.
With interest growing and frustration at an all-time high, November’s talks could prove decisive for Zirkzee’s future at Manchester United.
Loan could revive Zirkzee’s 2026 World Cup chances
A temporary departure from Old Trafford could be just what Joshua Zirkzee needs to reignite his international ambitions.
The Dutch striker’s omission from recent Dutch squads has been a wake-up call, and regular first-team football will be key if they hope to convince Ronald Koeman ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
A loan move, whether to West Ham, AS Roma or another European team, would give Zirkzee the chance to regain confidence, return to form and showcase the talent that made him one of Europe’s brightest young strikers at Bologna.
For now, his priority is simple: play regularly, score goals and make it impossible for Koeman to ignore when the World Cup trials arrive.
