Manchester United have informed Bologna that they are ready to trigger Joshua Zirkzee’s €40 million (£33.7m) release clause, according to reports from Italy.
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The club has prioritized signing a new striker and a centre-back for the upcoming Premier League season, and Zirkzee, who scored 11 goals in Serie A last season, is a key target.
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Manchester United faced competition from AC Milan, who initially agreed with Zirkzee but stalled due to additional commission demands from the player’s representative, Kia Joorabchian.
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This delay allowed United to step in, and after direct talks with manager Erik ten Hag, Zirkzee has agreed to personal terms with the club.
Manchester United have decided to trigger Zirkzee’s release clause and have formally notified Bologna of their decision. Additionally, they will pay the €15m commission fee that halted Milan’s deal.
Bayern Munich will benefit significantly from Zirkzee’s move due to a 45 percent sell-on clause included in his transfer to Bologna.
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