Oleksandr Zinchenko

Defender #35
Age 29 years
Nationality Ukraine
Market Value €10.0M

Career

NF
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2025 Nottingham Forest from Arsenal
AA
2025 Ashington AFC from Arsenal
NF
2025 Nottingham Forest from Arsenal
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2025 Nottingham Forest from Arsenal
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2022 Arsenal from Manchester City
MC
2017 Manchester City from PSV Eindhoven
PE
2016 PSV Eindhoven from Manchester City
MC
2016 Manchester City from FC UFA
FU
2015 FC UFA from Shakhtar Donetsk

Oleksandr Zinchenko is Nottingham Forest's Bronze Engine. A serial winner with 25 career trophies—including multiple Premier League titles—the Ukrainian international arrived at the City Ground on loan from Arsenal to provide veteran composure. Despite his emerging status this season, he remains one of the most decorated players in the division, building his body of work in a new environment.

Operating as a Bronze Engine, Zinchenko has managed 5 appearances totaling 353 minutes. While his recent form suggests he is going through a quiet spell, his underlying numbers highlight a specific technical class. A Passing score of 53 remains his most potent weapon, allowing him to dictate tempo from deep or inverted positions. Having earned the SQUAD PLAYER badge, he is currently a reliable tactical option, even as he searches for rhythm in his performance data. His Clutch rating of 50 indicates that his experience remains a vital asset in high-pressure scenarios, ensuring he provides Balance to the midfield transition.

With a market value holding steady at €18M, Zinchenko’s influence transcends raw output. As Forest navigates the season, his ability to maintain a consistent level will be crucial. For a player of his pedigree, finding his peak physical Intensity is the next step in solidifying his long-term role in the squad.

Player Rating

Oleksandr Zinchenko
Defender
The decorated motor of Forest.

Archetypes earned from what we've seen this season.

Oleksandr Zinchenko Traits

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

vs Defenders

Height 5%
Weight 3%
Experience 80%

vs Premier League

Height 11%
Weight 5%
Experience 80%

Traits

DECORATED CHAMPION

Player DNA

Five dimensions that show what kind of player they are

Dribbling: 37 - Ability to beat defenders with close control and skill moves Shooting: 26 - Clinical finishing, shot accuracy, and conversion rate Defense: 32 - Winning duels, tackles, interceptions, and blocks Workrate: 39 - Engine and intensity - total duels and physical commitment Passing: 53 - Vision, key passes, and ability to create chances
Dribbling
Shooting
Defense
Workrate
Passing
Dribbling 37
Shooting 26
Defense 32
Workrate 39
Passing 53
Key Strength 53 Passing
Area to Watch 26 Shooting

Match Stats

Recent appearances across all competitions

Date Fixture League Mins Rating G A FM Score Venue
Jan 03, 2026 Aston Villa 3-1 Nottingham Forest Premier League 0' - 0 0 53 Villa Park
Dec 30, 2025 Nottingham Forest 0-2 Everton Premier League 93' 6.5 0 0 28 City Ground
Dec 27, 2025 Nottingham Forest 1-2 Manchester City Premier League 0' - 0 0 49 City Ground
Dec 22, 2025 Fulham 1-0 Nottingham Forest Premier League 14' 6.7 0 0 35 Craven Cottage
Dec 14, 2025 Nottingham Forest 3-0 Tottenham Premier League 0' - 0 0 32 City Ground
Dec 11, 2025 Utrecht 1-2 Nottingham Forest UEFA Europa League 90' 6.5 0 0 69 Stadion Galgenwaard
Oct 23, 2025 Nottingham Forest 2-0 FC Porto UEFA Europa League 44' 6.6 0 0 61 City Ground
Oct 18, 2025 Nottingham Forest 0-3 Chelsea Premier League 74' 6.3 0 0 48 City Ground
Sep 27, 2025 Nottingham Forest 0-1 Sunderland Premier League 90' 7.0 0 0 30 City Ground
Sep 24, 2025 Real Betis 2-2 Nottingham Forest UEFA Europa League 90' 6.6 0 0 94 Estadio de la Cartuja
Sep 20, 2025 Burnley 1-1 Nottingham Forest Premier League 90' 7.2 0 0 32 Turf Moor

Player Market Value

Track Oleksandr Zinchenko's transfer value changes and career value history

Current Value €10.0M
Peak Value €42.0M (Q2'23)
€42.0M €21.0M €0
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