Overview
- Sky Sport Italia reports daily dialogue between the clubs, with Gian Piero Gasperini prioritising Zirkzee as a ready-made addition.
- Multiple outlets say Manchester United have rejected loan-only proposals and prefer a permanent sale or a purchase obligation, with Il Messaggero citing a €35m valuation.
- Roma are pushing for an initial loan with an option or conditional obligation to buy to manage Financial Fair Play and cash-flow constraints.
- Sky Sports reports United are not thought to be actively looking to sell now, noting Zirkzee’s recent involvement and looming AFCON absences affecting squad depth.
- Italian reports say Zirkzee is receptive to a return to Serie A, while Roma explore sending Evan Ferguson back to Brighton to free an attacking slot and funds.