Joshua Zirkzee was one of the major targets of Manchester United in the summer transfer window. The Bologna striker has been impressive in the Serie A. The Dutch striker has a £34m release clause in his contract and in the 2023/24 season, he scored 11 league goals in the domestic league and ranks among the top five players. He is currently participating in the UEFA Euro 2024 for the Netherlands.
The Red Devils struggled in the last season when their star forward Rasmus Hojlund was out injured. They failed to score goals that cost them the team’s downfall as they finished 8th in the league table. The manager could not make many changes when needed for the team. In the upcoming season, the 23-year-old has agreed personal terms with the club. The attacking force will be much more bolstered with Hojlund and Zirkzee upfront.
Will Hojlund and Zirkzee both start for Manchester United?
Hojlund last season scored 16 goals and assisted twice in 43 games across all competitions. With Zirkzee’s addition to the squad who might be a backup for the Danish striker, United might not have to think about finding the back of the net. Their form throughout the season will be key for the side to win the English Premier League next season.
The 21-year-old had a fairly silent Euro 2024 as he failed to score in any of the games for Denmark. But he will look to change things around at Old Trafford for the upcoming season. As last year’s highest goal scorer, the club will look to help the side win major silverware. On the other hand, the Dutch can also play as a second striker from behind as he has a lot of skills.
Zirkzee under Erik Ten Hag will look to shine and make a name for himself at the biggest stage of club football. Despite his club playing in the UEFA Champions League he agreed to join Man U just for the glory and the history that the club offers in the market. Everyone will be eagerly waiting for the deadly duo combination to fire in the EPL.
