According to reports circulating on United In Focus and cited by Sky Italia’s Gianluca Di Marzio, Juventus are "ready to strike" a deal for Bologna’s prolific striker Joshua Zirkzee. The Italian club is said to be preparing an offer, but no financial details have emerged yet.
Zirkzee: The Goal‑Scoring Profile
Born in 1999, the Dutch forward is now 27 and plays primarily as a centre‑forward. After progressing through the Ajax academy, he moved to Bayern Munich in 2018 but never broke into the first team, spending a season on loan at Parma before signing for Bologna in 2021. Since his arrival in Serie A, Zirkzee has tallied 33 league goals, establishing himself as one of the league’s most reliable scorers.
Transfermarkt currently values Zirkzee at roughly €15 million, a decline from his peak valuation of about €30 million in 2022 when his potential was still deemed high. His contract with Bologna runs until June 2026, giving the club a solid bargaining position but also leaving the striker with a few years to command a fee that reflects his current market standing.
Juventus' Pursuit: Ready to Strike
United In Focus reports that the Bianconeri have entered the final stages of talks, with club officials reportedly “ready to strike” as soon as Bologna’s asking price is met. No official statement from Juventus or Bologna has been released, and the exact amount remains unknown.
“Juventus are ‘ready to strike’ a deal for the 33‑goal attacker.” – United In Focus
If Juventus were to meet Bologna’s expectations, the fee could sit around the €12‑15 million mark, which would be a modest outlay compared with Zirkzee’s current market value. For Juventus, who are rebuilding their attacking options, such a price would represent a bargain, especially given the player’s proven goal‑scoring record in Italy.
While Juventus sharpen their focus on Zirkzee, speculation continues around his former English suitors. Recent commentary from former Manchester United midfielder Paul Scholes hinted at lingering interest, though he admitted “we don’t really know what he is.” Those whispers, however, have not materialised into concrete offers, leaving the Italian side as the most likely destination.
Reliability: 3/5 – The rumour is backed by multiple United In Focus articles and a Sky Italia source, but no club confirmations have been made, placing the claim at a moderate confidence level.
