Everton make a last-minute bid to sign Manchester United striker Joshua Zirkzee before the summer transfer window deadline, according to reports. The proposal is described as an 11pm deadline-day attempt.
The Manchester Evening News links Everton’s move to an ongoing situation involving Folarin Balogun, suggesting the club is looking to address a striker-related issue. The Mirror similarly reports the late approach and adds that Manchester United issue an “instant response” to the bid, indicating the move prompts an immediate reaction from the selling club.
Both outlets frame the development as part of deadline-day activity involving a Manchester United forward. However, they differ in emphasis: the Manchester Evening News focuses more on the wider Balogun context, while The Mirror highlights Manchester United’s quick response after Everton’s bid. Neither source, in the provided excerpts, confirms whether the deal proceeds or is accepted.
