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MANCHESTER UNITED fans are getting excited about the prospect of signing Jamal Musiala after a comment from their new signing.
Joshua Zirkzee featured alongside the midfielder at Bayern Munich, who he played for before moving to Bologna.
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The forward joined United in a £34million deal from the Serie A side earlier this month.
And he revealed he tried to lure pal Musiala to Old Trafford too.
A young fan asked Zirkzee if he could try and persude the German to sign for the Red Devils.
He replied saying: "I've tried, I've tried."
Fans thought they spotted Kobbie Mainoo talking Zirkzee into join United after England beat the Netherlands in the Euros.
The pair embraced at the end of the match and had a quick conversation, days before Zirkzee penned a five-year contract.
The Dutchman later revealed what was said, saying: "Kobbie just asked me if I was coming.
"I said see you soon after the final."
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Musiala has been linked with a transfer to rivals Manchester City this year.
The 21-year-old starred at the Euros with two goals for Germany before their quarter-final defeat to eventual winners Spain.