Manchester United‘s midfield changes are a major topic as the summer transfer window approaches.
With Casemiro leaving at the end of the season, the club is expected to focus on strengthening its midfield.
Even though Kobbie Mainoo has recently shown promise and Bruno Fernandes continues to lead the creative efforts, the new permanent head coach will likely seek better balance and tactical control in the midfield next season.
United’s recruitment team is actively scouting across Europe, especially in the German Bundesliga, to find players who can manage the game’s tempo while ensuring defensive stability.
One name that keeps coming up in discussions is VfB Stuttgart midfielder Angelo Stiller.
A United forward shared an old Instagram clip of Stiller making a brilliant free-kick assist for Bayern Munich II six years ago, where Zirkzee scored with a clean volley.
Zirkzee tagged Stiller in the post, which drew the attention of fans.
The timing is worth noting.
Six months ago, there were reports of United considering a move for Stiller, but Fabrizio Romano stated that there were no negotiations happening, countering earlier claims of advanced talks.
That interest waned, and Stuttgart kept their midfielder.
In October, United was still keeping a close watch on Stiller due to ongoing midfield issues.
At that time, Stuttgart valued the 24-year-old at over €50 million, despite his contract having a €40 million release clause that the club could reclaim with an additional €2 million payment.
Stiller’s profile addresses a gap in the current squad: he’s press-resistant, tactically smart, and adept at pushing the play forward while supporting the defense.
With 5 assists in the Bundesliga this season and increasing recognition in the German national team, his reputation continues to grow.
Zirkzee’s post might just be a nostalgic moment, reflecting on their academy days at Bayern.
Or it could be a subtle acknowledgment of a player linked to a move to Old Trafford.
Regardless, it has sparked renewed discussion about a midfielder who remains on United’s shortlist.