Man Utd transfer news: Casemiro handed exit route as Erik ten Hag makes Joshua Zirkzee move

Manchester United's summer transfer window is still to get underway, with a move for Joshua Zirkzee dragging on.

Zirkzee has become a priority target for the Red Devils as they look to boost their attacking options. Bologna are will accept a £34million bid, with his agent Kia Joorabhcian holding out for a £12.5m commission on top of that.

United boss Erik ten Hag has now taken matters into his own hands in the pursuit for the striker. Meanwhile, veteran midfielder Casemiro has been handed a potential exit route after a miserable second season at Old Trafford.

And Juventus have made it clear they will be holding out for a much lower fee than what the Red Devils are demanding for Jadon Sancho. Here, Mirror Football rounds up all the latest Manchester United transfer news.

Casemiro handed exit route

Former Arsenal midfielder Gilberto Silva has tipped the Gunners to sign Manchester United star Casemiro. The Brazilian endured a miserable second season at the Red Devils and his countryman believes Arsenal could help him to turn his form around.

“Casemiro could be a good fit for Arsenal, let’s wait and see what happens. It would be very interesting if Thomas Partey left the club. If that spot becomes available then it would be interesting to see Casemiro there," Gilberto said.

"He would bring a very strong and stable option to their midfield. For me, Casemiro is still a good player. I don’t know whether he’s going to stay or not in the club, but he’s a player I would love to have on my team."

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Juventus send Sancho tip

SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA - JULY 29: (EXCLUSIVE COVERAGE) Jadon Sancho of Manchester United in action during a pre-season training session at UCSD on July 29, 2023 in San Diego, California. (Photo by Matthew Peters/Manchester United via Getty Images)

Juventus have warned United they need to slash their demands for Jadon Sancho. The winger is surplus to requirements at Old Trafford, having had a falling out with Erik ten Hag last season.

A number of teams have expressed an interest in the Englishman, but some are being put off by United's £34m price tag. Juve are one of them as they look to rebuild their squad for new boss Thiago Motta.

And Tuttosport now report that the Serie A giants will only consider taking him on loan. They will hold out to see if any buyer does come forward and if not, make their move for a temporary deal.

Ten Hag takes Zirkzee chase into own hands

United boss Erik ten Hag has taken the chase for Joshua Zirkzee into his own hands as the move continues to drag on. The Red Devils have made Zirkzee a top target as they look to boost their options in attack.

AC Milan are also pursuing a deal for the Bologna star, though are running into difficult with his agent's demands for a commission. The Rossoneri are ready to match the Bologna's price tag but want to pay a lower commission fee.

That has opened the door for United, though Zirkzee is more tempted by a move within Serie A. According to Sky Sport Italia, that has prompted Ten Hag to personally call Zirkzee in an attempt to convince him to pick United instead.

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