Roma cool interest in Joshua Zirkzee as striker embraces Old Trafford role

Roma have reportedly withdrawn from their bid to sign Joshua Zirkzee, with talks over a deal for the Manchester United forward becoming too complicated.

The Italian club had explored bringing him to Serie A, but United are only willing to sanction a permanent transfer, a formula that does not fit Roma’s current budget.​

While Roma cool their interest, Zirkzee is steadily strengthening his position at Old Trafford. His clever link-up play and composed finish against Crystal Palace underlined why United value him, and his importance is expected to grow with Bryan Mbeumo and Amad Diallo set to miss time due to AFCON duties.​

Speaking after the Palace win, Zirkzee admitted he feels the demands that come with playing for such a club, noting that it is “one of the biggest clubs in the world” and that long spells without scoring can weigh heavily on a forward. For now, all signs point to the Dutchman focusing on cementing his place in Erik ten Hag’s squad rather than pushing for a move