CaughtOffside: Man Utd’s chase for Zirkzee ‘intensifying’ as Milan watch on | OneFootball

As the hours pass, it seems that Manchester United are going to pip AC Milan to the line for Joshua Zirkzee’s signature, in a deeply frustrating turn of events, a report has claimed.

In recent weeks, Zirkzee’s signature has gained much more interest, and Milan have seemingly managed to stay on top of the picking list throughout. Nevertheless, when met with a €15 million commission fee, the train derailed.

Solutions are being attempted to be found, but the chances are slim, given neither the Rossoneri nor Kia Joorabchian wants the number they are offering to be changed.

As Caught Offside (via Milan News) states, the links between the Dutchman and the Red Devils are ‘intensifying’ quickly, and they are getting ‘really close’ to tying the Bologna striker down. Additionally, it is being reported that Dan Ashworth’s involvement in the deal, once he joins Manchester United, will create additional contact with Joorabchian as they aim to finalise a deal.

Of course, there is still time for an outcome to be reached with Milan getting their man, after all, it is the mercato. However, at the current moment, the chances are getting very slim, and it would be expected if any optimism was fading.