Fabrizio Romano confirms Man United star would "welcome" transfer exit this summer | OneFootball

The Netherlands international has struggled since joining Man Utd from Bologna, and it now seems he could look for a return to Serie A.

Speaking on his YouTube channel, Romano explained that Zirkzee would “welcome” a transfer away from Old Trafford this summer, with a return to Italy mentioned as a possibility.

This is similar to our info from a few days ago as we reported Zirkzee wants to leave United and ideally return to Serie A even though he has also had some interest from Premier League clubs.

Joshua Zirkzee transfer update from Fabrizio Romano

“I can guarantee to you guys that the desire of Joshua Zirkzee is to change in the summer transfer window,” Romano said.

“Zirkzee would welcome a transfer out of Manchester United.”

He added: “In the summer he’s expected to leave and there is interest from Premier League. There are some Premier League clubs already calling to understand if there is a chance to sign Joshua Zirkzee in the summer transfer window, but also Italian clubs.

“Italian clubs have always been around for Zirkzee. In January Roma had been pushing, Juventus were keen as well. Now more clubs also joining the race.

“Joshua Zirkzee is absolutely one to watch for the summer transfer window and could leave Manchester United.”

Manchester United need to move Joshua Zirkzee on

It’s clear that it just hasn’t worked out for Zirkzee at United and it looks like the right decision to move him on this summer.

The 24-year-old may well go on to have a fine career in Italian football, but he hasn’t looked cut out for the fast and physical nature of the English game.

Some MUFC fans will be disappointed that this deal didn’t work out as Zirkzee looked like an exciting prospect when he joined, but he has unfortunately gone on to become the latest in a long line of flops signed in the post-Sir Alex Ferguson era.

It will be interesting to see who United move for as a replacement in attack this summer, with more depth surely needed if Zirkzee ends up leaving.