Things are getting worse for Joshua Zirkzee at Manchester United. In the 2-0 defeat to Newcastle, the young Dutch striker was substituted in the 33rd minute, a decision which affected him deeply, reportedly leaving him in tears in the dressing room.
Aligned in an unusual attacking midfielder role, Zirkzee did not convince. From the 32nd minute, coach Ruben Amorim, seeking to rebalance his team already behind, decided to replace him. The decision provoked boos and sarcastic applause from Old Trafford, amplifying the player’s dismay. Seen crying in the locker room, Zirkzee returned to the bench to support his teammates.
First complicated season at United
At a press conference, Amorim explained his choice: “It was difficult, but necessary for the team. Josh is a good kid, and we’re going to support him moving forward. »
Recruited this summer for 43 million euros from Bologna, where he shone in Serie A, Zirkzee is struggling to adapt to the Premier League. With just 4 goals in 27 appearances in all competitions, the striker faces tough competition and increasing criticism. His name is already circulating for a possible departure, particularly from Juventus.
