Juventus may capitalise on Joshua Zirkzee’s underwhelming tenure at Manchester United as they look to bolster their attack in January.
Simone Gervasio in Calcio Mercato (via Yahoo! Sport) explores how Zirkzee could reunite with his former coach, Thiago Motta, at Juventus.
This potential move hinges on complex conditions involving current star Dusan Vlahovic.
Juventus’ Dilemma in Attack
Juventus, grappling with injuries to Milik and Nico Gonzalez, are scouring options for a versatile forward.
While defensive reinforcements remain a priority, Zirkzee’s name is gaining traction. The Dutch striker, who shone under Thiago Motta’s guidance at Bologna, offers a unique profile—comfortable as a traditional No. 9 or dropping deep to orchestrate play.
Juventus’ attacking woes contrast sharply with their need to address Vlahovic’s inconsistency. The Serbian forward has experienced another patchy season, and his contract renewal negotiations are proving problematic.
With his wages escalating to €12 million annually, the club might be forced to consider a sale in June, freeing up space for Zirkzee to take centre stage.
Zirkzee’s journey at Manchester United has been challenging. Signed for £36.5 million, the 23-year-old was a marquee addition under Erik ten Hag. However, his Premier League debut—a goal against Fulham—was a false dawn. Since then, he has netted only once more and provided two assists in 17 appearances.
Newly appointed manager Ruben Amorim appears to view Zirkzee as surplus to requirements, which could accelerate his departure. Reports suggest the player is struggling with pressure and fan criticism in Manchester.
