There have been claims Zirkzee was now leaning towards seeing out the season at Old Trafford, despite the intense interest of Roma.
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However, the former Bologna star is now ready to return to Italy next month, says La Gazzetta dello Sport.
Key to the U-turn has been Roma sports director Ricky Massara and coach Gian Piero Gasperini, who have both held direct talks with the Dutchman.
Gasperini, particularly, has 'reassured' Zirkzee about his role in his 3-4-2-1 formation. Roma are now set to go ahead with negotiating a loan-to-buy arrangement with United.