Manchester United remain interested in signing Bologna striker Joshua Zirkzee and are closely monitoring his developments, according to Sky Sports.
The Red Devils are in the transfer market for a new centre-forward with Anthony Martial set to leave when his contract expires at the end of June.
Zirkzee has been constantly linked with the club and it is now claimed that they are still in the pursuit despite strong interest from AC Milan.
The Dutch striker has a release clause worth £34 million in his contract.
Zirkzee speculation could be agent-driven
The 23-year-old had a good second season with Bologna, registering 12 goals and seven assists in 37 games across all competitions.
Zirkzee has been tipped to leave Bologna despite their Champions League qualification. Fabrizio Romano recently claimed he is ‘happy to stay’ in Italy and ‘super keen’ on the Milan project.
The Rossoneri are prepared to pay his release clause over multiple payments, but they currently face a stumbling block with his agent Kia Joorabchian demanding a huge £13m commission.
Joorabchian is probably using United’s name to put pressure on Milan.
Zirkzee is highly-rated, but he is unlikely to move to Old Trafford. He prefers Milan and may also want a guaranteed starting position.
United will not want to hamper Rasmus Hojlund’s development, and they could favour signing a striker who is prepared to accept a back-up role.
Sevilla’s Youssef En-Nesyri could be a potential choice for United after his 20-goal season. He has a solid aerial presence and would be a good acquisition.
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