Transfer: Manchester United consider January loan move for Zirkzee as Juventus lead race

Manchester United are reportedly open to loaning Dutch forward Joshua Zirkzee in January, with Juventus emerging as the top contender.

According to Tuttosport, the Serie A giants are keen to add a center-forward and see Zirkzee as a potential target.

The 23-year-old joined United from Bologna last summer in a deal worth over €40 million, but he has struggled for playing time, netting just once in 17 appearances.

Since new United coach Rúben Amorim is considering other forward options, notably Victor Gyokeres, Zirkzee could see more opportunities elsewhere.

Zirkzee’s past success in Serie A, where he scored 14 goals and provided nine assists under Bologna’s Thiago Motta, has made him an attractive option for Juventus.

With United open to loaning out the Netherlands international, Juventus are reportedly preparing to secure the striker’s services, potentially filling a key role in their squad for the second half of the season.