Juventus eye Zirkzee as Vlahovic replacement amid Como rivalry

Juventus are hunting a replacement for striker Dusan Vlahovic, targeting 25‑year‑old Dutch forward Joshua Zirkzee after his underwhelming spell at Manchester United, where he has scored nine goals in 75 appearances. The Serie A club sees his 14‑goal, nine‑assist record at Bologna as a potential solution.

Juventus have been chasing a deal to sign Manchester United’s Joshua Zirkzee. They face competition from Como, who have also entered the race for the 25‑year‑old, club’s interest adds another bidder for the Dutchman.

The Dutchman previously impressed in Serie A during his spell at Bologna between 2022 and 2024. He recorded 14 goals and nine assists in 58 appearances for the Red and Blues.

Italian dominance in Bologna puts pressure on the Red Devils' chances

Since making the switch to Manchester United in 2024, Zirkzee has bagged nine goals and four assists in 75 games for the Premier League club. He started both pre‑season games for the Red Devils. The club are open to selling him in this transfer window.

Juventus are looking to sign a replacement for Dusan Vlahovic, and they have expressed an interest in Zirkzee. The 25‑year‑old is also prepared to join the Old Lady.

However, the Italians prefer a loan move while United want a permanent transfer. This difference in preferred deal structure could shape negotiations.

If Zirkzee ends up leaving this summer, Michael Carrick’s side will likely enter the transfer market for a new striker. Benjamin Sesko enjoyed an impressive debut season at Old Trafford and will remain the club’s first‑choice striker, meaning United will need to add another quality forward to share the number nine role.