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Arteta eyes Calafiori & why Man United want Zirkzee

9 July - 41 mins
Podcast Series The Athletic FC Podcast

Manchester United are working to finalise a deal for Bologna forward Joshua Zirkzee.

His performances in Italy have earned him a spot in the Dutch squad for the Euros. 

So is Zirkzee an upgrade on United’s existing forward options? 

Or could they be about to make a move for a more experienced Premier League striker? 

Host: Ayo Akinwolere

With: David Ornstein and Carl Anka

Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead

Producer: Mike Stavrou

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41 mins

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