“Since they aren’t part of my plans for the team, I will not play them till we can cash in on them in the transfer window. I hope they find great success in the Serie A” – Ruben Amorim has reportedly finalized the sale of two Manchester United stars valued at £116.5 million. These players are rumored to be on the radar of Italian clubs, marking a potential turning point in United’s squad restructuring.

New Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim is reportedly wasting no time in reshaping his squad, with plans to offload Harry Maguire and Joshua Zirkzee as early as January. Reports from Italy suggest Juventus have identified the duo as priority transfer targets.

Amorim, who has taken charge with the challenging task of reviving a struggling United side languishing in 13th place in the Premier League, is expected to implement his favored 3-4-3 formation. While some players are poised to thrive under this system, others, including Maguire and Zirkzee, appear surplus to requirements.

Maguire, whose contract expires in 2025, has drawn interest from Juventus, who seek defensive reinforcements following injuries to Gleison Bremer and Juan Cabal. The former United captain could be available for as little as £15 million, making him an attractive option for the Italian club. Despite his experience playing in a three-man defense for England, Amorim reportedly remains unconvinced about Maguire’s long-term role at Old Trafford.

Zirkzee, signed for £36.5 million from Bologna, has struggled to adapt to the Premier League, managing just one goal in 16 appearances. Juventus are reportedly exploring a loan-to-buy deal for the Dutch forward, who previously worked with Juve manager Thiago Motta.

Combined, the pair cost United £116.5 million in transfer fees, but they are now expected to leave for a fraction of their original value. Meanwhile, Amorim is already eyeing replacements, with Sporting CP’s Gonçalo Inácio emerging as a potential defensive target, and Flamengo’s teenage sensation Lorran also on the radar.

With January nearing, Amorim faces critical decisions as he seeks to rebuild United’s squad and steer the team toward a brighter future.