Overview
- Italian reports say Zirkzee has given initial approval to join Roma in January to revive his playing time and national-team prospects.
- Roma are targeting a loan with an option to buy, with a proposed €30–35 million buyout or an obligation triggered by Champions League qualification.
- INEOS and Manchester United are pushing for more binding guarantees before sanctioning any departure.
- High commission demands from the player’s representatives are flagged as a major sticking point in talks.
- United are reluctant to let him leave without securing cover as Benjamin Šeško recovers and Bryan Mbeumo plus Amad Diallo prepare for AFCON, with Zirkzee limited to 82 Premier League minutes this season.