Introduction

In a shocking turn of events, former West Ham midfielder Nigel Reo-Coker has revealed that Joshua Zirkzee has likely lost both "trust" and "respect" for Manchester United's manager, Ruben Amorim, following a brutal substitution during the team's recent 2-0 defeat to Newcastle.

Zirkzee's Struggles at Manchester United

Zirkzee, who initially sparked hope at Old Trafford with a goal in his debut, has struggled to find his footing since. Its been a tough journey for the Dutch striker, as he found the net only once in his first game, and it took him 12 more appearances to score again. He has since failed to find the back of the net in his last six outings, with the Newcastle match marking a particularly painful moment—he was replaced by Amorim after just 33 minutes of play.

Emotional Reaction and Expert Opinion

Reports suggest that Zirkzee left the pitch visibly upset, and it’s claimed he went straight down the tunnel in tears, illustrating the emotional toll this decision has taken on him. Reo-Coker weighed in on the situation, saying there seems to be no going back for the relationship between Zirkzee and Amorim. “He will look at Ruben Amorim and never trust him again,” Reo-Coker asserted during a segment on BBC 5 Live. “While he may greet him, the respect has vanished because it reflects that Amorim might have misjudged the lineup.”

Speculation About Zirkzee's Future

As January approaches, speculation is mounting regarding Zirkzee's future with the club. Despite previously expressing a desire to stay and fight for his place, sources indicate that this recent incident has prompted him to reconsider. There are reports of serious interest from top Italian clubs like Juventus and AC Milan, alongside a potential return to his former club, Bologna, where he had a prolific stint with 14 goals and nine assists in 58 games.

Other Rumors at Manchester United

In the meantime, Manchester United is also facing rumors of exits from other key players. Fellow forward Marcus Rashford has been linked with a possible move to Major League Soccer (MLS) if he decides to pursue opportunities there. Rashford has publicly dismissed rumors suggesting that he is eager to leave the club.

Potential January Targets

On the horizon, Viktor Gyokeres' name has emerged as a potential January target for the Red Devils. Although Amorim previously promised not to raid his former club Sporting CP, he seems eager to bring in his former player. Additionally, winger Antony may soon be donning the colors of Real Betis, as the club moves forward with plans to offload fellow winger Assane Diao.

Conclusion

With the January transfer window rapidly approaching, it remains to be seen how Manchester United will navigate these tumultuous times and whether they will cut their losses when it comes to Zirkzee and other struggling stars. Will there be a major shakeup at Old Trafford? Only time will tell!