Manchester United has made a significant move by securing the signing of Joshua Zirkzee from Bologna. The Dutch forward joins the club for a fee slightly above €40 million, marking the first major acquisition under the new ownership of INEOS.
- Manchester United finalizes the signing of Joshua Zirkzee for slightly above €40 million.
- Zirkzee signs a contract until June 2029, with an option for an additional season.
- This marks the first signing under Manchester United’s new ownership by INEOS.
Joshua Zirkzee Joins Manchester United
Manchester United has officially announced the acquisition of Dutch forward Joshua Zirkzee from Bologna. The transfer fee is slightly above €40 million, structured over three years, and the contract extends until June 2029 with an option for an additional season. This move marks the first significant signing under the new ownership of INEOS, signaling a new era for the club.
🚨🔴 EXCLUSIVE: Joshua Zirkzee to Manchester United, here we go!
Man United will NOT trigger the clause but pay slightly above €40m with better payment terms, in three years.
Zirkzee signs until June 2029 with option for further season.
First signing of INEOS new era. 🇳🇱 https://t.co/clTwvvgTC8
pic.twitter.com— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano)
October 07, 2023
Zirkzee, known for his physical presence and technical prowess, is expected to make a substantial impact in the Premier League. Standing at 1.93 meters, Zirkzee brings both height and skill to Manchester United’s attacking options. His addition is seen as a strategic move to bolster the squad’s offensive capabilities.
Zirkzee’s Career Journey
Joshua Zirkzee’s career began at Feyenoord before he moved to Bayern Munich’s youth team in 2017. His progression through Bayern Munich’s ranks saw him feature for both Bayern Munich II and the senior team. Zirkzee also had loan spells at Parma and Anderlecht, where he showcased his goal-scoring abilities.
- Bayern Munich II (2018-2022):
- Appearances: 32
- Goals: 16
- Bayern Munich (2019-2022):
- Appearances: 17
- Goals: 4
- Loan to Parma (2021):
- Appearances: 4
- Goals: 0
- Loan to Anderlecht (2021-2022):
- Appearances: 32
- Goals: 15
- Bologna (2022-2024):
- Appearances: 30
- Goals: 8
His transfer to Bologna in August 2022 for a fee of €8.5 million allowed him to further develop his skills and gain valuable experience in Serie A. Now, his move to Manchester United represents a significant step in his career and offers him a new platform to excel.
Manchester United’s Strategic Move
The decision not to trigger a release clause but negotiate better payment terms indicates Manchester United’s strategic planning under INEOS’ new ownership. This transfer is a testament to the club’s commitment to building a competitive squad by making calculated investments.
- Transfer Fee: Slightly above €40 million
- Contract Duration: Until June 2029 with an option for an additional season
- Payment Terms: Structured over three years
Sources:
- Manchester United Nears Major Transfer Deal: Find Out Who’s Joining Until 2029
- Top Defender in Advanced Talks for Major Move to Manchester United
- Chelsea Eyes Two Promising Young Talents in Strategic Move
Joshua Zirkzee’s signing is just the beginning of what promises to be an exciting period for Manchester United as they aim to reclaim their status as one of Europe’s elite clubs.
