Current Roma sports director Ricky Massara is locked in talks with United over a deal for the former Bologna star.
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Sabatini is a fan of both men and hopes Massara can pull off a deal for January.
On Massara, he told Il Corriere dello Sport: "He's a fixer, intelligent, well-prepared, and clear."
Asked about Zirkzee, Sabatini insists the striker is capable of playing in any competition.
He added, "I hope Massara manages to get him, I know he's working on him like a blacksmith, with the same dedication."