Fiorentina in talks with Man Utd over Zirkzee loan move

Fiorentina are in talks with Manchester United over an initial loan for Joshua Zirkzee, with the striker open to a move to Italy. The discussions came to light on Thursday.

Details were first published by Sami Mokbel, who reports that negotiations remain active and unresolved, with both clubs yet to finalise the terms of a temporary switch.

The reporting indicates United could permit Zirkzee to depart in the coming days if progress is made, suggesting the club is prepared in principle to sanction an exit provided the right conditions are met.

The player’s openness to the move removes a potential obstacle, though any transfer would still require broad agreement between the clubs and subsequent sign-off on the player side before registration.

An initial loan would allow Fiorentina to add the forward without committing to a permanent fee straight away; whether any option or obligation to buy forms part of the proposal is not specified.

At this stage, talks confirm active contact but fall short of an agreement. There is no indication of a completed deal, no suggestion of a medical, and no confirmation of personal terms.

Timeframes beyond the suggestion of a departure in the coming days are not detailed, and key financial and contractual specifics, including salary arrangements, remain undisclosed.