Manchester Derby Selection Impact on Juventus and Zirkee Transfer Plans

Recent decisions by Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim regarding team selection for the Manchester derby could have significant implications for Juventus’ transfer strategy, particularly their interest in former Bologna striker Joshua Zirkzee.

Amorim’s choice to exclude both Marcus Rashford and Alejandro Garnacho from the squad in United’s 2-1 victory over Manchester City has sparked speculation about the long-term futures of these players at Old Trafford. Rashford, one of the Premier League’s top earners, has been struggling to find form in recent months. Meanwhile, questions surround Garnacho’s fit within Amorim’s tactical system.

Italian media reports suggest that if Manchester United decides to part ways with either Rashford or Garnacho, it could significantly reduce the likelihood of Zirkzee being sold or loaned out. This development may disrupt Juventus’ plans for the upcoming January transfer window.

Juventus has been actively pursuing Zirkzee for several months, viewing him as a cost-effective option to provide competition for Dusan Vlahovic in the striker position. The potential retention of Zirkzee by Manchester United could force the Italian club to reassess their transfer targets and strategies for the winter window.

As the January transfer period approaches, all eyes will be on Manchester United’s decisions regarding their current squad and how these choices might influence the broader transfer market, particularly Juventus’ plans for reinforcing their attacking options.