Manchester United have been linked with several transfer dealings as the end of the summer window approaches
Joshua Zirkzee of Manchester United
Joshua Zirkzee has been linked with a move away from Manchester United(Image: David Lidstrom, Getty Images)
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Manchester United are bracing themselves for an intriguing final few days of the transfer window. Michael Carrick has less than a week to bolster his squad before September 1
United initially concentrated their initial recruitment drive on overhauling their midfield and have added Carlos Baleba to their engine room. However, Carrick may be looking to bring in reinforcements across other areas following the club's opening loss to Hull City.
The Reds have been linked with an interest in Freiburg striker Igor Matanovic. Benjamin Sesko is one of the few natural centre-forwards within Carrick's ranks, while Bryan Mbeumo and Matheus Cunha are also capable of filling in.
Meanwhile, United forward Joshua Zirkzee could potentially depart Old Trafford. Here, MEN Sport examines the biggest transfer stories surrounding the club.
Striker 'target' emerges
While Zirkzee is reportedly edging towards an exit, Matanovic could fill his position in Carrick's squad. The 23-year-old netted 15 goals across all competitions for the German outfit last season.
Gazzetta dello Sport claims that United are competing to snap up the Croatia international. The Reds are claimed to be joined by Spurs in the battle for his services.
Furthermore, Fiorentina are reportedly weighing up an "ambitious" swoop for Matanovic as they hunt for Moise Kean's successor. Matanovic moved to Freiburg from Eintracht Frankfurt last summer.
Igor Matanovic of Freiburg
Manchester United have been linked with Freiburg striker Igor Matanovic(Image: Daniela Porcelli/Getty Images)
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Joshua Zirkzee 'closing in' on exit
Fiorentina are also reportedly in discussions over a move for United striker Joshua Zirkzee. The Dutchman has struggled to nail down a regular starting berth in the club's attack since his arrival from Bologna in 2024.
Gazzetta reports that Fiorentina are "in negotiations" over a £4.2million loan deal for Zirkzee, with the option to make the deal permanent next summer. The Serie A side are said to have earmarked the United forward as an "ideal replacement" for Kean, who is poised to join Como.
Fiorentina reportedly face a battle with Juventus for Zirkzee's signature, though La Viola are keen to accelerate their pursuit while Juve focus on selling Jonathan David on. Gazzetta adds that Fiorentina are "closing in" on a deal to bring Zirkzee in as Kean's successor.
The 25-year-old has netted nine goals in 75 appearances for United, having joined the club for £36.5m following an impressive spell with Bologna.