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Manchester United striker Joshua Zirkzee is attracting interest from five clubs, according to The Athletic. The Red Devils have focused primarily on strengthening their midfield. They have already signed Youri Tielemans, Andrey Santos and Carlos Baleba alongside goalkeeper Karl Darlow. The club are also in the transfer market for a new left-back, while a striker could be signed if Zirkzee leaves. The Athletic now reveal that Zirkzee is attracting interest from five clubs. Juventus and Como are pursuing his signature from Serie A, while three Premier League teams are likewise keen on landing the former Bologna man before the transfer deadline. United should hold out for Premier League offers for Zirkzee The Netherlands ace has struggled for regular playing time during his two seasons at the Red Devils. He has largely been restricted to a bench role and may want a new challenge with more minutes. Zirkzee has been linked with Juventus and Como. The former are said to be eyeing a season-long loan deal with a conditional obligation to buy, probably based on Champions League qualification. The same could be the case with Como too. United, on the other hand, need immediate funds to add more quality to the squad. An experienced striker such as Crystal Palace’s Jean-Philippe Mateta could be pursued with the fee secured. Hence, a Premier League offer would suit the Red Devils. The Athletic have not mentioned any clubs interested from England, but it was revealed yesterday that Aston Villa have shown interest. They could make a formal bid for Zirkzee. Zirkzee remains in the prime of his career, having just turned 25. United will surely want to recoup the £36.5 million fee paid to Bologna to part ways with the Dutchman. It is a fairly reasonable fee, given the inflated transfer deals this summer.