Joshua Zirkzee

Attacker #11
Age 25 years
Nationality Netherlands
Market Value €22.0M

Career

MU
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2024 Manchester United from Bologna
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2022 Bologna from Bayern München
BM
2022 Bayern München from Anderlecht
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2021 Anderlecht from Bayern München
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2021 Bayern München from Parma
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2021 Parma from Bayern München

Joshua Zirkzee is Manchester United's Sniper in the Bronze tier, a forward building his body of work in one of the world's most demanding environments. Boasting an incredible haul of 20 career trophies—including a UEFA Champions League title from his time in Germany—the Dutch international brings an elite winning pedigree to the front line.

As a recognized Sniper, Zirkzee has already secured the SILVER BOOT and THREAT badges, proving he possesses the instincts to unsettle any defense. Across 15 appearances and 516 minutes of action, he has registered two goals, though he is searching for rhythm following a productive start to the campaign. While his finishing remains his primary weapon, a Workrate score of 62 highlights a willingness to press and engage that distinguishes him from traditional poachers. His status as emerging in the reliability metrics suggests a player still calibrating to the pace of the league, yet the underlying numbers indicate a high-volume shooter who remains a constant danger in the final third.

With a stable market value of €28M and a contract running through 2029, the long-term investment in Zirkzee remains a focal point of the club's strategy. His ability to turn this quiet spell into a sustained run of form will be crucial as the squad pushes for European spots.

⏳ Forming Opinion 57/270 minutes played

Archetypes earned from what we've seen this season.

Joshua Zirkzee Traits

Percentile rankings show how a player compares to others. 90% means they rank higher than 90% of comparable players.

vs Attackers

Height 91%
Weight 87%
Experience 50%

vs Premier League

Height 89%
Weight 85%
Experience 42%

Traits

TOWER DECORATED EUROPEAN ELITE CHAMPION

Player DNA

Five dimensions that show what kind of player they are

Dribbling: 88 - Ability to beat defenders with close control and skill moves Shooting: 26 - Clinical finishing, shot accuracy, and conversion rate Defense: 65 - Winning duels, tackles, interceptions, and blocks Workrate: 43 - Engine and intensity - total duels and physical commitment Passing: 54 - Vision, key passes, and ability to create chances
Dribbling
Shooting
Defense
Workrate
Passing
Dribbling 88
Shooting 26
Defense 65
Workrate 43
Passing 54
Key Strength 88 Dribbling
Area to Watch 26 Shooting

Match Stats

Recent appearances across all competitions

Date Fixture League Mins Rating G A FM Score Venue
Oct 18, 2026 Leeds 1-1 Manchester United Premier League 0' 0.0 0 0 37 Elland Road
Oct 13, 2026 Atletico Madrid 2-0 Manchester United UEFA Champions League 24' 6.3 0 0 57 Riyadh Air Metropolitano
Oct 10, 2026 Manchester United 1-1 Tottenham Premier League 31' 6.9 0 0 70 Old Trafford
Sep 20, 2026 Fulham 1-1 Manchester United Premier League 13' 6.6 0 0 43 Craven Cottage
Sep 13, 2026 Manchester United 0-1 Manchester City Premier League 7' 6.3 0 0 71 Old Trafford
Sep 10, 2026 Manchester United 4-0 Sabah FA UEFA Champions League 26' 7.0 0 0 29 Old Trafford
Sep 06, 2026 Everton 2-2 Manchester United Premier League 0' 0.0 0 0 86 Hill Dickinson Stadium
Aug 30, 2026 Manchester United 5-2 Ipswich Premier League 0' - 0 0 76 Old Trafford
Aug 22, 2026 Hull City 2-0 Manchester United Premier League 0' - 0 0 52 MKM Stadium
May 24, 2026 Brighton 0-3 Manchester United Premier League 19' 6.5 0 0 48 Amex Stadium
May 17, 2026 Manchester United 3-2 Nottingham Forest Premier League 18' 6.3 0 0 78 Old Trafford
May 09, 2026 Sunderland 0-0 Manchester United Premier League 65' 6.2 0 0 30 Stadium of Light
May 03, 2026 Manchester United 3-2 Liverpool Premier League 8' 6.3 0 0 92 Old Trafford
Apr 27, 2026 Manchester United 2-1 Brentford Premier League 7' - 0 0 66 Old Trafford
Apr 18, 2026 Chelsea 0-1 Manchester United Premier League 8' 6.7 0 0 53 Stamford Bridge
Apr 13, 2026 Manchester United 1-2 Leeds Premier League 0' - 0 0 81 Old Trafford
Mar 20, 2026 Bournemouth 2-2 Manchester United Premier League 0' - 0 0 100 Vitality Stadium
Mar 15, 2026 Manchester United 3-1 Aston Villa Premier League 0' - 0 0 54 Old Trafford
Mar 04, 2026 Newcastle 2-1 Manchester United Premier League 19' 6.6 0 0 83 St. James' Park
Mar 01, 2026 Manchester United 2-1 Crystal Palace Premier League 12' 6.5 0 0 69 Old Trafford

Player Market Value

Track Joshua Zirkzee's transfer value changes and career value history

Current Value €22.0M
Peak Value €50.0M (Q2'24)
€50.0M €25.0M €0
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