JUNE 13 • SKY.COM
JOSHUA ZIRKZEE #11 - FORWARD - MANCHESTER UNITED
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Called up late Zirkzee was called up to replace Brian Brobbey at the 2024 Euros.
Impact Zirkzee ended the domestic season on the sideline recovering from injury but has now been called up to the Euros. The forward likely won't be a major contributor, but he should still be a nice option for a different look off the bench.
JUNE 12 • ROTOWIRE
Ends season on the mend Zirkzee (thigh) hasn't been selected for Friday's game against Genoa, Bologna announced.
Impact Zirkzee hasn't been able to shake off a thigh problem and will sit his second consecutive contest, closing a career year with 11 goals, four assists, 86 shots (31 on target) and 43 chances created. He hasn't been called up by the Netherlands for the Euro. He's going to be a hot commodity in the summer. Santiago Castro substituted for him in the past game, playing along with Dan Ndoye and Jens Odgaard up front.
MAY 23 • ROTOWIRE
Joshua Zirkzee makes massive statement on future amid reports Arsenal & Man Utd want to sign Bologna star | Goal.com US In-form Bologna forward spoke about his future amid links with Premier League giants Arsenal and Manchester United.
MAY 18 • GOAL.COM
Set to miss Juventus clash Zirkzee (thigh) has avoided significant injuries and will be re-evaluated next week, Corriere dello Sport informed.
Impact Zirkzee started the preparation for Monday's match by practicing on the side and is a long shot to make it, as the team doesn't want to take any chances, but he could make a cameo in the season finale since his problem isn't too concerning. Jens Odgaard or Santiano Castro will lead the line versus Juventus.
MAY 15 • ROTOWIRE
Why Arsenal hold key advantage over Man Utd & Serie A clubs in pursuit of Bologna hitman Joshua Zirkzee - explained | Goal.com US Arsenal are favourites to sign Bologna star Joshua Zirkzee in the summer amid interest from Manchester United and Italian clubs.
MAY 13 • GOAL.COM
Limps off against Napoli Zirkzee had two shots (one on target) and one block before leaving Saturday's 2-0 win over Napoli due to "a flexor problem that will have to be assessed," coach Thiago Motta announ...
Impact Zirkzee was a constant threat but didn't pick up many stats and wasn't directly involved in the two early goals. He was in a great deal of pain while bowing out. Santiago Castro and Jens Odgaard would be the next men up if he were sidelined.
MAY 11 • ROTOWIRE
Fires two shots against Torino Zirkzee drew one foul and generated two shots (zero on goal) and one chance created in Friday's 0-0 draw against Torino.
Impact Zirkzee wasn't particularly productive for the second week in a row while going against a pretty sound defense. He has scored just once in his last six appearances, adding one assist, 10 shots (two on target), five chances created and one cross (zero accurate).
MAY 3 • ROTOWIRE
Held in check by Udinese Zirkzee (thigh) had two shots (zero on target), one key pass, one clearance and one inaccurate cross in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Udinese.
Impact Zirkzee wasn't bothered by an ailment but struggled to get going and had just a pair of good plays. He has scored and assisted once in the last five rounds, totaling eight shots (two on target), four key passes and five tackles (two won).
APRIL 30 • ROTOWIRE
Avoids injury Zirkzee (thigh) has been training regularly as Bologna started preparing for Sunday's home game against Udinese, Il Resto del Carlino informed.
Impact Zirkzee didn't suffer a new injury but is still not totally healthy following a previous thigh problem, and his minutes might continue to be managed a little, but his availability isn't in question. He has scored and assisted once in the last four matches, adding six shots (two on target) and three chances created.
APRIL 25 • ROTOWIRE
Dazzles and subs off versus Roma Zirkzee had one goal and one assist to go with one shot (one on target) and two key passes in 69 minutes in Monday's 3-1 win over Rome before bowing out "due to some discomfort," c...
Impact Zirkzee was instrumental in the victory, doubling his team's lead in the first half with a clutch finish from close range and springing Alexis Saelemaekers loose with a great through ball on the third goal. However, he had to leave in the second half and was spotted icing his thigh on the bench. The coach added that he wasn't 100 percent heading into the game and stayed on the pitch as long as he could, so the issue might now be new and could be manageable. He'll be evaluated by the staff ahead of Sunday's match versus Udinese.
APRIL 23 • ROTOWIRE
Silent in Monza fixture Zirkzee drew two fouls, won nine duels, had six successful take-ons and registered two shots (zero on goal) in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus Monza.
Impact Zirkzee had a few mazing runs and fancy touches but was never too dangerous in the box. He hasn't found the target in four appearances, where he has tallied 10 shots (two on target), two key passes and one inaccurate cross.
APRIL 14 • ROTOWIRE
Limited by Forsinone Zirkzee drew one foul, won eight duels and had two shots (one on goal) and two successful take-ons in Sunday's 0-0 draw against Frosinone.
Impact Zirkzee returned to the XI following a small injury but didn't have a great showing and was often engulfed by the Frosinone defenders. He has scored just once in his last five appearances, posting 11 shots (three on target), six key passes and two inaccurate crosses.
APRIL 7 • ROTOWIRE
Takes one shot against Salernitana Zirkzee (thigh) had one off-target shot, one chance created and 12 touches in 26 minutes in Monday's 3-0 win over Salernitana.
Impact Zirkzee missed just one game due to a thigh strain thanks to the break but was eased into action and didn't look superb in this one. He'll likely play over Jens Odgaard against Frosinone on Sunday. He has posted two goals, 12 shots (four on target) and six chances created in his last five appearances.
APRIL 2 • ROTOWIRE
Bench option versus Salernitana Zirkzee (thigh) is beginning as a sub in Monday's game against Salernitana.
Impact Zirkzee is back from a thigh strain, and the coach has opted to manage his minutes at first, giving the nod to Jens Odgaard. He'll likely get some action in the second half.
APRIL 1 • ROTOWIRE
Slated to be available against Salernitana Zirkzee (thigh) returned to full training on Thursday, Bologna announced.
Impact Zirkze has recovered pretty quickly from a thigh strain, missing just three weeks. It'll be up to the coach to decide whether to start him right away or use him off the bench, with Jens Odgaard likely leading the line in that event. He has scored twice and added 11 shots (four on target), five key passes and three inaccurate crosses in his last four appearances.
MARCH 28 • ROTOWIRE
Diagnosed with thigh strain Zirkzee suffered a low-grade left biceps femoris lesion versus Inter and will miss three-to-four weeks, Bologna announced.
Impact Zirkzee will be out against Empoli on Friday and will attempt to recuperate during the international break and will be in doubt for the Salernitana match right away. Jens Odgaard and Santiago Castro will fill in at the no.9 position.
MARCH 11 • ROTOWIRE
Banged up in Inter game Zirkzee won three duels and recorded five shots (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-0 loss versus Inter Milan and was spotted icing his...
Impact Zirkze was dynamic and paced his team in attempts but didn't have great aim in this one. He'll be evaluated ahead of Friday's away game versus Empoli. If he couldn't go, Santiago Castro or Jens Odgaard would lead the line, with Riccardo Orsolini or Dan Ndoye returning to the XI in the second case.
MARCH 9 • ROTOWIRE
Buries PK against Atalanta Zirkzee won five duels and scored one goal to go with two shots (one on target) and two chances created in Sunday's 2-1 win over Atalanta.
Impact Zirkzee didn't have great volume but made no mistake from the spot, reaching the double-digit threshold in goals. He has scored thrice in the last five games, adding one assist, 25 shots (eight on target) and 12 chances created.
MARCH 4 • ROTOWIRE
Plays full game against Verona Zirkzee generated one shot (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Friday's 2-0 win against Verona.
Impact Zirkzee showcased his dribbling prowess by completing two dribbles and also contributed defensively with a clearance. He is Bologna's top scorer this season along with Riccardo Orsolini with nine league goals.
FEBRUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE
Zirkzee scores his ninth league goal | Top Moment | Lazio-Bologna | Serie A 2023/24
FEBRUARY 22 • YOUTUBE
Scores winner at Lazio Zirkzee scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Sunday's 2-1 win over Lazio.
Impact Zirkzee scored the game-winner in the 78th minute with his ninth goal in the season. That was only his second goal in the last nine starts, though. The forward led Bologna in shots as usual, and now has 22 in the last five games.
FEBRUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE
GOL SERIE A | Round 25 | Goal Collection | Serie A 2023/24
FEBRUARY 19 • YOUTUBE
GOL SERIE A | Round 25 | Goal Collection | Serie A 2023/24
FEBRUARY 19 • YOUTUBE
Shoots four times Zirkzee registered four shots (one on goal) and two chances created in Wednesday's 2-0 victory versus Fiorentina.
Impact Zirkzee has taken a whopping 26 shots in his last five appearances but has only scored once in that span. His ability to get shots off and create chances for teammates (33 across 23 appearances) means that he is always a threat to get goals and assists and he remains at the top of the pecking order in the Bologna forward line.
FEBRUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE
