Ruben Amorim addresses Joshua Zirkzee’s Manchester United future after brilliant cameo against Leeds | OneFootball

Ruben Amorim has warned Joshua Zirkzee that he shouldn’t be thinking about sealing a move away from Manchester United this winter. 

United played out a 1-1 draw in Sunday’s game at Elland Road, with Matheus Cunha levelling the scores three minutes after Brenden Aaronson’s superb strike in the second-half. 

Zirkzee wasn’t part of the Red Devils’ starting XI, but he impressed with his performance after coming off the bench in the 63rd minute. 

The Netherlands international set up Cunha for the equaliser, and also created two key passes in the match. 

While the Brazilian was named man of the match, Amorim singled out  Zirkzee for praise after his excellent cameo. 

The Portuguese boss told TNT Sports. “I think Josh played well in the 25 minutes he had. [He] connected very well with his teammates, and he showed he’s got a lot to give.” 

When asked about Zirkzee’s future in Manchester beyond the winter transfer window, Amorim said: “You need to focus on United. Man United is one of the biggest clubs in the world and if you are here and focused on a different club, something is wrong with you.”

Zirkzee came to United from Bologna in 2024 for a fee worth around £36.5 million. 

But he has failed to make an impact at the club, scoring nine goals in 63 senior appearances. 

With Benjamin Sesko ahead of him in the pecking order, the Dutchman has been limited to just four Premier League starts this campaign. 

Zirzkee played well in Sunday’s match at Leeds, but he is clearly not part of Amorim’s long-term plans. 

Roma are keen to bring the striker back to the Serie A, and a good offer from them could tempt United to sanction a transfer this month. 

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