Bayern Munich seems to have a good advantage with Joshua Zirkzee set to join Manchester United. While the trade is almost done and dusted, the official announcement is the only thing left to confirm the deal. The Dutch star is doing well in the ongoing Euro 2024. Given his performance in the tournament so far, a lot of teams were eyeing to get him.
Manchester United seems to be the team that are frontrunner to grab the young player. In 2022, Joshua moved from Bayern Munich to Bologna. Back when the deal took place between Munich and Bologna, it was agreed that any transfer that happens with Zirkzee would lead to Bayern getting 50 per cent of the fee. Considering the current form of the young star, one can expect a great prize through trade.
Reports claim that United are ready to purchase Joshua for a prize of a whopping 34 million Euros. It might be a huge deal for Munich as they get 17 million Euros through the trade deal. Such a huge amount can help Bayern Munich buy some handy players who could be nurtured to build the squad. Munich wanted such a purse amount and it will definitely be beneficial for them.
Joshua Zirkzee almost ready to play for Manchester United
The deal between Bologna and United is nearly done and dusted. Reports claim that the confirmation could come out anytime. It is claimed that a jersey number is also given by the Manchester-based franchise for the Dutch star. It looks like the deal for Zirzkee is practically closed. AC Milan seemed to have tried their best to get the Dutch but was unsuccessful.
"Joshua Zirkzee’s name can be deleted. The Bologna striker has chosen the Devils, but the red ones from Manchester. United has overtaken everyone and practically closed for Zirkzee. The player’s future will be at United just have to decide when to strike by paying the 40 million euro clause to free him from the contract with Bologna," claimed a report about the Dutch's transfer.