Key Takeaways:
- Sevilla is planning an approach for Manchester United striker Joshua Zirkzee during the January transfer window
- The Dutch forward has only featured in five matches so far this season for Manchester United, following his €42.5 million transfer from Bologna
- Other forwards under consideration by Sevilla include Hugo Camberos and Umar Sadiq
Transfer Strategy in Response to Africa Cup of Nations
Sevilla are set to pursue Manchester United’s Joshua Zirkzee this January, as reported by the Daily Mirror. The club’s move is influenced by the impending Africa Cup of Nations, which will see Nigerian international Akor Adams depart for the tournament.
🚨 United staff have been impressed by how Zirkzee handled his limited role keeping his attitude positive. He was seen in the tunnel before kick-off against Forest, encouraging his teammates and urging them to “go and get the win”.
Observers described him as “fully switched… pic.twitter.com/h8IYuCHqBk
— UtdTruthful (@Utdtruthful) November 2, 2025
Limited Opportunities for Zirkzee at Old Trafford
Zirkzee, who joined Manchester United from Bologna for €42.5 million, has struggled for regular minutes at the club. The Dutch centre-forward has made just five appearances this season, typically serving as a substitute. With ambitions to be selected for the Netherlands national team for the upcoming World Cup, Zirkzee is seeking more playing time, prompting his openness to a move in the winter window.
| Player | Current Club | Appearances for Manchester United | Goals | Assists | This Season’s Appearances |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joshua Zirkzee | Manchester United | 54 | 7 | 3 | 5 |
Potential Suitors and Sevilla’s Transfer Shortlist
Sevilla is not alone in expressing interest in securing Zirkzee on loan, with West Ham also identified as a suitor for the 22-year-old. While the Dutchman tops the list, Sevilla have also reportedly shortlisted Mexican youth international Hugo Camberos and Umar Sadiq of Real Sociedad as alternative striking options. Media reports in Spain highlighted Camberos as a target two weeks ago, and Umar Sadiq’s name remains in consideration.
