CaughtOffside reported that Manchester United forward, Joshua Zirkzee, will not leave Old Trafford in the upcoming January transfer window, despite his limited participation this season.

The 24-year-old Dutch player has only made five appearances for the team so far without any starts under Ruben Amorim, which is a tough situation with the World Cup approaching next summer, as he needs to play regularly to secure his place in the Dutch national team.

According to the report, Zirkzee's stay is linked to the team's need for depth in the squad, especially with key players like Bryan Mbeumo absent for the Africa Cup of Nations and the potential continued absence of Benjamin Sesko due to injury, making it essential to keep Zirkzee as a backup option despite his limited appearances.

Zirkzee has not scored a goal in the Premier League for nearly a year, and it seems that his departure next summer may be the most likely option, but until January he will have to make the most of any opportunity that arises with the team.

The upcoming period is expected to witness some changes and developments before the opening of the winter transfer window, with close monitoring of the player's future within Manchester United.