Joshua Zirkzee was not involved in Manchester United’s latest friendly against Milan, boosting Juventus’ hopes of signing the Dutch striker, reports Gazzetta.
Juventus remain interested in Manchester United striker Zirkzee and are determined to open talks with the Red Devils if Jonathan David leaves.
Latest Juventus transfer news: Zirkzee, Tomori, Kessié
MANCHESTER, ENGLAND – AUGUST 16: Joshua Zirkzee of Manchester United celebrates scoring his team’s first goal with teammate Marcus Rashford during the Premier League match between Manchester United FC and Fulham FC at Old Trafford on August 16, 2024 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images)
Zirkzee is not part of Manchester United’s plans, as evidenced by Michael Carrick’s decision to omit the ex-Bologna star from the club’s friendly against Milan on August 15.
Juventus have already confirmed five new signings for 2026-27 and will soon announce Guglielmo Vicario as their new goalkeeper.
Their transfer activity, however, is not over as the Serie A giants are still willing to bring in reinforcements in attack, midfield and defence.
Gazzetta and Corriere dello Sport confirm that ex-Milan and Atalanta star Franck Kessie remains the Bianconeri’s priority target. The Ivory Coast international is available as a free agent.
As for the defence, Juventus are monitoring the left-back market but are also exploring low-cost options, including Milan’s Fikayo Tomori.