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Ruben Amorim ‘plots Man United raid’ after player refuses to blame Michael Carrick

Ruben Amorim is reportedly keen on a reunion with one of his former Man United players

Published: Tuesday, 6 October 2026 at 4:01 PM
Ruben Amorim ‘plots Man United raid’ after player refuses to blame Michael Carrick
Key Things to Know
  • AC Milan manager Ruben Amorim is reportedly targeting Manchester United striker Joshua Zirkzee for a January transfer.
  • AC Milan is reportedly hoping to agree to a loan deal with an option to buy.
  • Joshua Zirkzee refused to blame Manchester United manager Michael Carrick for his limited substitute role this season.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Former Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim is reportedly targeting a reunion with striker Joshua Zirkzee at AC Milan ahead of the January transfer window. According to Calciomercato, the Italian club hopes to negotiate a loan deal with an option to buy for the Dutch forward, who previously worked under Amorim at Old Trafford.

Zirkzee has struggled for starting minutes at Manchester United, making only four substitute appearances under manager Michael Carrick this season. Despite his limited playing time, Zirkzee publicly took responsibility for his role, earned a surprise Netherlands call-up, and scored in a 2-1 victory over Serbia.

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