The club have paid around £36.5m for the 23-year-old.
Zirkzee, 23, has signed a five-year deal with the option of a further 12 months after United agreed to pay 42.5million euros , slightly above the Dutch forward’s 40m euros release clause.
The PA news agency understands the premium is due to United paying the fee over three years rather than in one instalment for a player who helped Bologna qualify for this season’s Champions League.And Zirkzee, part of the Netherlands squad who reached the Euro 2024 semi-finals, hopes he can have a similarly transformative effect at Old Trafford when he works under compatriot Erik ten Hag.
“I am a player who has always dedicated everything to winning; I’m ready for this next challenge, to go to another level in my career and win more trophies,” the 23-year-old said. “Having had discussions with the manager and the leaders of the club I know how exciting the future is going to be here and I cannot wait to play my part in achieving success for Manchester United.
“It is a privilege to join such an iconic club. I have to take a short break now after being with the national team, but I’ll be coming back ready to make an impact straight away.”Readers’ comments: You are personally liable for the content of any comments you upload to this website, so please act responsibly.
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