Aston Villa interested in signing Joshua Zirkzee from Manchester United
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 10:20 AM
Last updated Aug 25, 2026
Joshua Zirkzee has been linked with a potential move from Manchester United to Aston Villa. The Netherlands international is seeking more playing time, which Manchester United has not been able to provide. Aston Villa, after securing Champions League qualification, appears keen to bolster their attack, having reportedly made a call to Manchester United about Zirkzee. The move could benefit both parties if a suitable deal is reached. Zirkzee is described as a talented player in need of a fresh start.
- •Zirkzee is not a key player at Manchester United.
- •Aston Villa has expressed interest in signing him.
- •The player needs regular football at this stage of his career.
- •Villa's intent follows their Champions League qualification.
- •Zirkzee is viewed as a player with potential to regain form.
- 10:20 AMYahoo Sports — Whitwell: Three Premier League clubs waiting in the wings to try and prise £37m Red from Man United before deadline
- 6:35 AMYahoo Sports — Premier League rivals have “made a call” to sign “really, really good” Man United player
"Laurie Whitwell has revealed that three unnamed Premier League clubs have established their interest in Joshua Zirkzee.Along with the English sides, Como and Juventus are prepared to offer the Manches...
"Joshua Zirkzee has been linked with a move away from Manchester United this summer.The Netherlands international is not a key player for the Red Devils, and he needs to leave in order to play more oft...
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 25, 2026, 10:20 AMWhitwell: Three Premier League clubs waiting in the wings to try and prise £37m Red from Man United before deadline
Laurie Whitwell has revealed that three unnamed Premier League clubs have established their interest in Joshua Zirkzee.Along with the English sides, Como and Juventus are prepared to offer the Manches...
- Yahoo SportsAug 23, 2026, 6:35 AMPremier League rivals have “made a call” to sign “really, really good” Man United player
Joshua Zirkzee has been linked with a move away from Manchester United this summer.The Netherlands international is not a key player for the Red Devils, and he needs to leave in order to play more oft...
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