Manchester United and Juventus negotiate transfer deal for Joshua Zirkzee

Manchester United and Juventus are currently in active negotiations regarding a potential transfer for Joshua Zirkzee. While Juventus has proposed a loan move featuring a £25.6 million buyout option, Manchester United is seeking a deal closer to a £30 million valuation. Zirkzee, who was an unused substitute in Manchester United's 5-2 victory over Ipswich Town at Old Trafford, remains a target for the Italian club. The forward previously declined an opportunity to join Fiorentina, who have since shifted their focus toward Everton’s Beto. Although Zirkzee could see increased playing time this season due to the team's upcoming Champions League schedule, his future at Old Trafford remains uncertain. Team manager Michael Carrick faces decisions regarding squad depth as the transfer deadline approaches.

• 8:35 AMYahoo Sports — Sky: Negotiations in ‘full swing’ — Man Utd aiming to agree swift £30m deal for 25-year-old before deadline