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Manchester United negotiates sale of Joshua Zirkzee amid Napoli interest

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Last updated Aug 19, 2026

Manchester United negotiates sale of Joshua Zirkzee amid Napoli interest

Summary

Manchester United is reportedly open to selling forward Joshua Zirkzee this summer as Napoli seeks potential transfer targets. Sky Sports indicates that Zirkzee's limited playing time at United, compounded by the arrival of Marcus Rashford, has prompted discussions for a transfer. United is considering parting ways with Zirkzee, initially signed for £36.5 million from Bologna, provided the terms include a buy obligation in any loan deal. Napoli aims to acquire a striker following Romelu Lukaku's exit to Fenerbahce, with Zirkzee being one of the options alongside other Premier League forwards. Any official moves from Napoli may depend on further player sales.

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By the Numbers

•Manchester United is open to negotiating Zirkzee's transfer this summer.
•Zirkzee has struggled for minutes, starting only five matches last season.
•Napoli is exploring striker options after Lukaku's departure.
•Napoli's offers may be contingent on selling other players.
•Zirkzee was signed for £36.5 million in 2024.

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10:50 AMYahoo Sports — After Baleba: Man Utd negotiating transfer for £37m attacker with Sky Sports confirming fresh approach this week

What they're saying

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Napoli have made an approach for Joshua Zirkzee following Romelu Lukaku’s departure to Fenerbahce.That’s according to Sky Sports reporter Gianluca Di Marzio, who adds that the Manchester United st...
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