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Joshua Zirkzee makes surprise Manchester United admission – ‘I have to do something’

Man Utd forward Joshua Zirkzee received a late call-up to the Netherlands squad for the international break.

By Steven Railston · Manchester Evening News

Published: Monday, 5 October 2026 at 8:34 AM

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Joshua Zirkzee admitted he must improve his own performances to earn more playing time at Manchester United.
The 25-year-old forward has played just 70 minutes across four appearances for United this season.
Zirkzee received a surprise Netherlands call-up from manager Xavi after Sunderland striker Brian Brobbey withdrew injured.

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Manchester United forward Joshua Zirkzee admitted he must improve his own performances to earn more playing time under manager Michael Carrick. Zirkzee has played just 70 minutes across four appearances for United this season after previous exit attempts in January and the summer were blocked by the club.

The 25-year-old expressed surprise at receiving a late call-up from Netherlands manager Xavi to replace the injured Brian Brobbey. Zirkzee capitalized on the opportunity by scoring his second international goal in a 2-1 victory over Serbia.

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Joshua Zirkzee makes surprise Manchester United admission – ‘I have to do something’

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