Fiorentina in talks with Man United over Zirkzee loan

Fiorentina is in discussions with Manchester United regarding a potential loan deal for forward Joshua Zirkzee. The Dutch international is available for the summer and has garnered attention from clubs across Europe. The talks involve a loan agreement until the end of the season, with the possibility of making it permanent next summer.

Zirkzee, who has three years left on his contract, is willing to join Fiorentina. An agreement is not considered imminent but optimism exists that a deal could be finalized before the September 1 transfer deadline. Zirkzee joined United from Bologna for £36.5 million in 2024 after being named Serie A's Under-23 player of the season for the 2023-24 campaign.

He scored on his debut against Fulham but has struggled to cement a regular spot in the first team, making only 27 starts in 75 appearances over the past two seasons at Old Trafford. The 25-year-old, who made five Premier League starts during the 2025-26 season, has scored nine goals in all competitions for United. Zirkzee is seen as the most likely senior player to leave United after manager Michael Carrick's squad.

The forward has been linked with several Italian clubs this summer, with Fiorentina being the frontrunner. However, United is still evaluating their left-back options, considering potential moves for Barcelona's Alejandro Balde, who would only be considered if the Spanish player is available on loan.