Itlalian journalist Antonio Vitiello, in his editorial for Milannews.it, called Joshua Zirkzee's move to Manchester United "questionable".
In the previous summer transfer market window, the player chose to opt for the Premier League club's money rather than AC Milan's technical project.
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Zirkzee said yes to Milan, but Manchester United's offer changed everything
The Rossoneri had the player's approval, there had been face-to-face meetings between the Dutchman and Moncada, and Zirkzee had repeatedly expressed his desire to join Milan. The club was quite confident of signing him until Manchester United's offer arrived, which included a hefty commission for the agent and a higher salary for the player. The former Bologna player chose to get rich quickly, risking a burn in Manchester, a club that has struggled immensely in recent years. The result is that Zirkzee's start at United has been a major flop so far.
After noticing Zirkzee's hesitation, Milan decided to focus on an experienced player like Alvaro Morata.
The former Real Madrid, Atlético Madrid, Juventus and Chelsea striker is a positive figure in the locker room. Everyone would want someone like him, especially for his exemplary behavior during the week. Morata had also been courted by a team in the Arab league, and Milan thought for a few days that they might have been too late.
Then came the call from Zlatan Ibrahimovic, a conversation between two strikers, where Zlatan explained that he would become the focal point of the team, and Morata pulled back from the move to Saudi. As per the source: "all other offers were turned down—it's Milan or nothing."
