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Joshua Zirkzee could reportedly make way for Osimhen at Old Trafford in January after ending his romance with his longtime partner.
It has been a rocky start to life in the Premier League for Manchester United forward Joshua Zirkzee.
The 23-year-old Dutchman, who joined the club from Bologna for £36.5 million in the summer has managed just four goals in 25 appearances for the Red Devils so far this season.
Now, it seems his personal life is mirroring his professional woes as Goal reports his longtime romance with model Celina Jada Kerr is over.
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The timing of the breakup coincides with mounting reports that Manchester United are preparing a bold move for Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen.
Osimhen to United rumours heat up amid Zirkzee’s uncertain future
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According to Italian outlets Il Mattino (via CN24), the Red Devils are considering a cash-plus-player swap deal, with Zirkzee potentially heading to Napoli in exchange for Osimhen who is currently shining on loan at the Turkish club
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As per the aforementioned outlet, United’s initial offer is expected to be around €30 million (£25 million) plus Zirkzee, well below Osimhen’s €75 million release clause. However, the Super Eagles star’s wages, reportedly €11 million annually, could pose a challenge for the Premier League giants.
Osimhen has been in blistering form for the Turkish league leaders, scoring nine goals and creating three assists in 11 appearances so far this season.
Joshua Zirkzee and Celina Kerr's reported breakup
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GOAL reports that Zirkzee has parted ways with his long-time girlfriend, German model and influencer Celina Jada Kerr.
The couple, who met during Zirkzee’s time at Bayern Munich, had been considered sweethearts.
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Celina, a Media and Communication graduate from Berlin, is known for keeping her relationship with the striker relatively private, save for a few joint appearances—including a JD Sports campaign featuring the pair in matching tracksuits.
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However, fans began to speculate about their relationship after Celina stopped appearing alongside Zirkzee in Manchester.
The pair have now unfollowed each other on social media, and Celina has reportedly deleted all pictures of them together.
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