Manchester United will not entertain any bids to part ways with 24-year-old wantaway Dutch attacker Joshua Zirkzee in the winter transfer window.

According to a report by The Sun, Joshua Zirkzee faces an uncertain future at Manchester United heading into the winter transfer window. Widespread updates have suggested that the versatile 24-year-old attacker is a target for several well-known clubs, including AS Roma and West Ham United. However, Manchester United will not entertain bids to part ways with him.

Meanwhile, the Dutchman is keen on departing from Old Trafford in the winter transfer window after struggling for game time in the first two months of the 2025/26 season. However, with Manchester United ready to block a possible transfer request, a winter move hangs in the balance.

Joshua Zirkzee and his Manchester United woes

Joshua Zirkzee has endured a topsy-turvy ride since joining Manchester United from Bologna in a deal worth £36.5 million last year. The 24-year-old arrived at Old Trafford after an impressive 2023/24 campaign, leading to excitement around him. However, the player has struggled to make his mark throughout his spell with the Premier League club thus far, apart from a few moments of brilliance.

The Dutch attacker’s involvement has dwindled under Ruben Amorim, and he has managed only 90 minutes of game time in five appearances thus far in the 2025/26 season. However, the Netherlands international remains a hot property in the market, with West Ham United and AS Roma among the prospective suitors vying for his signature heading into the winter transfer window.

What next for Zirkzee?

West Ham United’s interest in Joshua Zirkzee makes sense. The Hammers are scouring the market for a versatile attacker heading into the winter transfer window, as Jarrod Bowen is the only reliable forward in Nuno Espirito Santo’s squad. So, West Ham will aim to reinforce the offensive unit in the coming weeks.

Several strikers, including Endrick, have thus emerged on West Ham United’s radar, with Zirkzee also a viable target. However, the East London outfit will face stiff competition from Serie A clubs for his signature. Meanwhile, Manchester United will aim to block offers for the 24-year-old Dutchman in the winter transfer window.