United receive fresh transfer statement after £40m claim - 'immediately decided'

Manchester United-linked Zion Suzuki has opened up on his future with the Japanese goalkeeper previously having the opportunity to join the Reds

Parma goalkeeper Zion Suzuki has opened up on his future after transfer links with Manchester United. Previous reports from talkSPORT claimed that the Reds were stepping up their scouting of the £40million valued keeper.

The Japanese international shone for a side battling relegation in Italy's Serie A last season. The 22-year-old made 37 appearances across all competitions for Parma and played a key role in their survival campaign.

United agreed a fee with Urawa Red Diamonds to sign Suzuki on a permanent transfer in the summer of 2023. However, he rejected the move and joined Belgian side Sint-Truiden on loan.

And the shot-stopper has now had his say on previous 'rumours' amid United's goalkeeping struggles with Andre Onana and Altay Bayindir having struggled badly at Old Trafford.

“I know there were a lot of rumours about me, but I’m totally focused on Parma and preparing to start the season well," he told Tuttomercatoweb.

"Parma made me a fantastic offer, so I immediately decided to accept and join this club. Last year was an opportunity to grow, and I’m really happy with my choice.”

Referring to his first season in Italy, he added: “In the end, we achieved our goal, which was to stay in Serie A. I’ve grown a lot, and it was a good season.

"It taught me the importance of preparation, because only if you train well and in a certain way can you perform well. First of all, I want to reduce the number of goals conceded, because last season we conceded a lot.

"That’s my first personal goal, then as a team, we want to raise the bar and not just fight for survival.”