Manchester United summer signing Joshua Zirkzee is reportedly seeking to leave Old Trafford after falling out with manager Ruben Amorim.
This is according to the print edition of the Italian newspaper Corriere dello Sport (as reported The sun), who claim the player is now forced to exit in January, with Juventus said to be interested in signing him.
Zirkzee was humiliated during the 2-0 defeat to Newcastle when he was substituted by Amorim after just 33 minutes.
Manchester United supporters didn't make it easy for him as they booed him, with the player reportedly bursting into tears, which was the reaction of Sky Sports commentator Gary Neville. Describing it as “brutal”.
Juventus is interested in signing Joshua Zirkzee
Juventus, led by sporting director Cristiano Giuntoli, are said to be keen on signing Zirkzee in January. The Dutch striker has a history with Juventus coach Thiago Motta, having played under him during his time at Bologna.
When asked about the possibility of signing the Manchester United man, Giuntoli said (quoted: La Gazzetta dello Sport):
“Zarkze? It is not appropriate to mention names, but we are monitoring any interesting opportunities, and we will move to strengthen the defence.
Another recent report stated that Ruben Amorin is also keen to offload the player This month. According to Fichajes, the Portuguese manager is keen to get rid of Zirkzee after failing to impress the new manager during his two months in charge.
Manchester United are in bad shape
Manchester United is going through a bad phase at the moment, as it has lost four consecutive matches since its victory over Manchester City, and fell to Tottenham, Bournemouth, Wolverhampton, and Newcastle.
The next game – a grueling trip to Anfield to face league leaders Liverpool – offers little respite. The Reds team has been in brilliant form this season, losing only once and sitting at the top of the English Premier League table.
Zirkzee joined Manchester United with high expectations after an impressive spell in Bologna. However, the 23-year-old has failed to make an impact, struggling for form and failing to adapt to Amorim's system.
If Juventus pursues the loan move, it could provide the young striker with an opportunity to reignite his career away from the pressures of Old Trafford.
