Man Utd seriously interested in Zirkzee but face competition

According Caught offside, manchester united They are seriously interested in signing Bologna striker Joshua Zirkzee but will face competition from two Serie A clubs.

The Dutchman has been in good form for Bologna this season with 9 goals and 4 assists in 23 appearances. Man United were linked with him on many occasions last month, but a transfer The deal was never in the cards.

Caught offside They now claim United are seriously interested in landing his signature in the summer, but Milan and Napoli could compete with them as they look to strengthen their own frontlines ahead of next season.

Milan are preparing for the departure of Olivier Giroud when his contract expires at the end of the campaign, while Napoli are preparing for the departure of Victor Osimhen, who has been announced to be moving to England.

Good potential

The Red Devils made a huge outlay to sign Rasmus Hojlund from Atalanta last summer. He had a difficult start to the league campaign, but has started to find his form and rhythm in recent games.

Hojlund has the potential to be a consistent long-term goalscorer, but coach Erik ten Hag He may want to sign another young striker to provide competition for the young Dane in the future.

Zirkzee could be the candidate to fill that position next season. He has an aerial and physical presence up front, along with good pace and dribbling ability. He has also started to develop his potential with goals.

Bologna is said to be looking around £34 million for a summer sale. That wouldn't be an insurmountable amount for the Red Devils, who spent more than double that figure to sign Hojlund from Atalanta.

The big challenge for them could be convincing the striker to join them and not continue in Serie A with AC Milan or Napoli. United should be able to do this by offering a higher weekly wage package.