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- January 2026: Reports claimed Zirkzee was left unsettled by a transfer development involving Roma, with details suggesting the move collapsed and his future remained uncertain at Manchester United [source: The Peoples Person, 2026-01-13/14].[1]
- Early May 2026: Multiple outlets indicated Zirkzee was back in training after an earlier injury/knock and was approaching a potential return to action, though his playing time remained subject to selection and ongoing transfer chatter [FOX Sports, 2026-05-07], with Sports Mole and other outlets echoing ongoing discussions about his future at United and possible departures in the current window.[2][3]
- Career context: Zirkzee joined Manchester United from Bologna in 2024 on a five-year contract, and as of 2025 he had been part of the first-team setup under manager Michael Carrick, with occasional praise for his development from the coaching staff [Manchester United official page, 2025; Wikipedia profile for background, , ].
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