{"id":28139,"date":"2026-05-13T20:26:33","date_gmt":"2026-05-13T20:26:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wpinitiate.com\/echo-test\/demo76e71539\/2026\/05\/13\/everton-target-struggling-striker-as-summer-move-gains-momentum-will-he-solve-david-moyes-attacking-issues\/"},"modified":"2026-05-13T20:26:33","modified_gmt":"2026-05-13T20:26:33","slug":"everton-target-struggling-striker-as-summer-move-gains-momentum-will-he-solve-david-moyes-attacking-issues","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wpinitiate.com\/echo-test\/demo76e71539\/2026\/05\/13\/everton-target-struggling-striker-as-summer-move-gains-momentum-will-he-solve-david-moyes-attacking-issues\/","title":{"rendered":"Everton Target Struggling Striker As Summer Move Gains Momentum: Will He Solve David Moyes\u2019 Attacking Issues?"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Everton are pushing hard for Joshua Zirkzee as the Dutch striker edges closer to leaving Manchester United this summer. The 24-year-old forward struggled for game time at Old Trafford throughout the 2025-26 season, and reports confirm Everton have joined the race for his signature.<\/p>\n

Everton linked with Joshua Zirkzee<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Former Manchester United<\/a> chief scout Mick Brown<\/a>, who knows the player well from his scouting days, spoke to Football Insider and praised the forward. Brown highlighted how Zirkzee puts in a real shift, works hard every match, and shows a genuine desire to make things happen on the pitch.<\/p>\n

He noted that while competition from players like Benjamin Sesko and Bryan Mbeumo limited Zirkzee at United, the situation differs at Everton<\/a>. Brown described the Netherlands international as a perfect option for David Moyes because he excels at holding up the ball, linking play, and making runs behind the defence.<\/p>\n

Everton are looking for a new striker to strengthen Moyes\u2019 squad ahead of the 2026\/27 campaign, and this deal could be a win for everyone. United would get the funds, Zirkzee gets regular minutes, and Everton add a tireless runner up front. Zirkzee recorded just 5 starts and 2 goals in limited 2025-26 appearances after 22 starts and 7 goals the previous year.<\/p>\n

\u201cA move to Everton is a real possibility for Zirkzee. Whatever you might say about his time at Man United, he does put in a shift, he works hard, and you can never accuse him of not trying his best to make an impact.<\/em><\/p>\n

\u201cIt might not be good enough for Man United, where he\u2019s competing with the likes of Benjamin Sesko and Bryan Mbeumo, but that\u2019s not the case at Everton. He\u2019s perfect for David Moyes because he works hard, he can hold the ball up and bring his teammates into play, and he\u2019s not afraid to move in behind the defence as well.<\/em><\/p>\n

It\u2019s a move that could work out for everybody, because it would mean he gets more playing time, Everton get a new striker, and Man United get some money.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n

Would Zirkzee solve Everton\u2019s attacking issues under Moyes?<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, ENGLAND \u2013 MARCH 04: Joshua Zirkzee of Manchester United reacts after his shot is saved by Aaron Ramsdale of Newcastle United (not pictured) during the Premier League match between Newcastle United and Manchester United at St James\u2019 Park on March 04, 2026 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. (Photo by George Wood\/Getty Images)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Everton fans should see real promise in this potential signing because Zirkzee brings a physical presence and smart movement that should work well under Moyes. His hold-up play creates space for teammates while his work rate helps press opponents effectively. Yet critics point to his inconsistent finishing and struggles to adapt to the Premier League\u2019s physicality, where he sometimes disappears from games.<\/p>\n

Everton supporters might believe a fresh start will find Zirkzee\u2019s confidence again, especially as he connects midfield to attack well and isn\u2019t afraid to track back. If the Toffees secure him, Zirkzee could lead the line and deliver the goals they\u2019ve been missing. Everton stand to gain a motivated player hungry to prove himself after being sidelined elsewhere. This transfer excites those who value grit just as much as skill in their forwards.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Everton are pushing hard for Joshua Zirkzee as the Dutch striker edges closer to leaving Manchester United this summer. The 24-year-old forward struggled for game time at Old Trafford throughout the 2025-26 season, and reports confirm Everton have joined the race for his signature. Everton linked with Joshua Zirkzee Former Manchester United chief scout Mick […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":13963,"featured_media":28140,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-28139","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/wpinitiate.com\/echo-test\/demo76e71539\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/28139","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/wpinitiate.com\/echo-test\/demo76e71539\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/wpinitiate.com\/echo-test\/demo76e71539\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/wpinitiate.com\/echo-test\/demo76e71539\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/13963"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/wpinitiate.com\/echo-test\/demo76e71539\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=28139"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/wpinitiate.com\/echo-test\/demo76e71539\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/28139\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/wpinitiate.com\/echo-test\/demo76e71539\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/28140"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/wpinitiate.com\/echo-test\/demo76e71539\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=28139"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/wpinitiate.com\/echo-test\/demo76e71539\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=28139"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/wpinitiate.com\/echo-test\/demo76e71539\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=28139"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}