Roma Open Talks With Man United as Milan Reignite Push for Joshua Zirkzee

United are reported to accept a loan with a €35 million obligation to buy, setting up a deal that Roma seek to structure on conditional terms.

Overview

Roma have opened formal negotiations with Manchester United after ownership approval to accelerate the pursuit.
United want a loan with an obligation to buy around €35 million by June, while Roma aim to tie the obligation to Champions League qualification and reduce the overall fee.
AC Milan have resumed informal contact with agent Kia Joorabchian and prefer an option-to-buy formula while also evaluating Niclas Füllkrug and Mauro Icardi.
Zirkzee has struggled for game time at Old Trafford this season, which has encouraged Serie A interest in a January move.
With the window nearing, multiple reports describe the next 72 hours as pivotal for narrowing terms and clarifying the player’s destination.