Joshua Zirkzee has joined United on a five-year contract with the option to extend for a further year after reaching an agreement with Italian club Bologna for the signing of the club’s top scorer.
Manchester United have announced the signing of Joshua Zirkzee from Bologna for £36.5 million.
Zirkzee has a contract until June 2029 with the option to extend for a further year, and the transfer fee will be payable over three years due to United’s big spending spree for the Dutchman.
The 23-year-old Zirkzee was Bologna’s top scorer last season and played for the Netherlands in their semi-final defeat to England at Euro 2024. Speaking about joining United, Zirkzee said: “Having spoken to the manager and the club’s senior management, I know how exciting the future here will be and I can’t wait to play my part in helping Manchester United succeed.”
“I’ve always been a player who has given everything to win and I’m ready for the next challenge to take my career to the next level and win more trophies.”
“It’s an honour to join such an iconic club. After my time with the national team I will have to take some time off but I will be back ready to make an immediate impact.”
Manchester United sporting director Dan Ashworth said: “Acquiring a forward to strengthen our already strong attacking line-up was a key objective this summer.”
“We are delighted to have been able to sign a player of Joshua’s calibre so early in the transfer window.
“Joshua is an exceptional talent who is ready to make an impact at Manchester United. His ability and desire to develop into a world-class player means he will be a fantastic addition to the squad we are building for an exciting season ahead.”
“Joshua has already achieved great things in his career and with the guidance and support of Erik ten Hag and his coaching staff, we will provide him with the perfect platform to reach the next level.”
“We look forward to watching Joshua in action at Old Trafford in the future.”
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