Manchester United are reportedly considering a swap deal involving Joshua Zirkzee, following his underwhelming start at Old Trafford.
Zirkzee joined United from Bologna in the summer for £34 million on a five-year contract, arriving as an attacking option to complement Rasmus Højlund. He made an instant impact, scoring a late winner on his debut against Fulham. However, the former Bayern Munich forward has struggled since, failing to score in his subsequent 15 appearances and sparking speculation about an early departure.
While the arrival of Ruben Amorim as manager could provide Zirkzee with a fresh opportunity, reports suggest United may use him as part of a deal to land Napoli striker Victor Osimhen. According to *Il Mattino* via *Get Football News Italy*, Serie A leaders Napoli have been offered Zirkzee in a potential swap for the Nigerian forward.
Osimhen’s situation at Napoli has been turbulent. Stripped of his No. 9 shirt and sidelined by Antonio Conte, he was loaned to Galatasaray, where he has been in red-hot form, scoring eight goals in nine games. The loan agreement reportedly includes a clause allowing Osimhen to leave in January if an elite club comes forward.
The proposed deal could benefit both clubs, with United looking to bolster their attack and Napoli potentially gaining a young forward in Zirkzee.
