Fiorentina targets Joshua Zirkzee as Moise Kean's replacement
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 9:30 PM
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Fiorentina is reportedly considering a loan for Joshua Zirkzee from Manchester United to replace Moise Kean, who is set to leave for Como. Kean's exit leaves Fiorentina needing a new forward after he was a key player. Zirkzee, at 25, has experience in Serie A but has struggled to find consistent goal scoring. The terms of the loan deal are still being negotiated, with a possible fee of €5 million.
- •Moise Kean is likely departing Fiorentina for Como.
- •Zirkzee has made 75 appearances for Manchester United since joining in 2024.
- •Fiorentina is negotiating a loan deal with an option to buy Zirkzee.
- •Zirkzee has Serie A experience with Bologna and Parma.
- •Fiorentina's squad may not fully utilize Zirkzee's skill set.
- 9:30 PMYahoo Sports — Report: Joshua Zirkzee is Kean’s replacement
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