Juventus have opened formal negotiations with Manchester United to sign Joshua Zirkzee on loan, according to journalist Gianluca Di Marzio.
The 25-year-old striker has struggled to secure a regular starting spot since joining from Bologna in 2024, prompting interest from Italian clubs eager to bring him back to Serie A.
United prefer a loan agreement with an obligation to buy, ensuring a definitive sale that helps recoup part of their initial transfer outlay.
Following the departures of Lois Openda and Dusan Vlahovic, Juventus are in the market for another striker after signing Randal Kolo Muani from Paris Saint-Germain.
During his standout 2023-24 season with Bologna, Zirkzee earned the Serie A Best Under-23 Player award and a place in the Serie A Team of the Year, demonstrating his ability to flourish in Italy’s top flight.
A loan would allow Zirkzee to secure regular playing time while protecting his long-term value.
Although the Dutch international has shown flashes of quality in his 75 appearances for United, establishing consistent momentum has proved challenging.
He ended last season with just two goals in 26 matches across all competitions, although most of them came from the bench.
A temporary move back to Serie A would provide Zirkzee with an ideal platform to rediscover his top form.
United and Juventus are motivated to reach a resolution before the transfer window closes.
