SWOS 2016/2017
SWOS 2016/2017

JOSHUA KING
JOSHUA KING
Norway flag
Number
#11
Nationality
Norway
Team
BOURNEMOUTH AFC (England)
Coach
EDDIE HOWE
Position
A (Attacker)
Passing (P) Shooting (V) Heading (H) Tackling (T) Control (C) Speed (S) Finishing (F) Total Bargain Value
1 2 7 1 1 6 7 25 2.5 £1M

Joshua King (full name: Joshua Christian Kojo King) is a Norwegian professional footballer born on January 15, 1992, in Oslo, Norway. He is a forward/striker known for pace, direct running and an ability to score and link play.

  • Nationality: Norway
  • Position: Forward / Striker
  • Height: 1.82 m (6 ft 0 in)
  • Youth clubs: Holmlia, Vålerenga, Manchester United (joined U18s)
  • Senior club career (highlights):
    • Manchester United (senior squad, no league appearances) — early professional years and loans
    • Preston North End (loan)
    • Hull City (loan)
    • Bournemouth AFC (AFC Bournemouth) — most notable spell: 2015–2020, where he became the club’s top Premier League striker across multiple seasons, scoring important goals and establishing himself as a first‑team regular
    • Everton — joined after Bournemouth (2021–2022)
    • Return to Fenerbahçe? (No) — subsequent moves have included shorter spells; check latest sources for current club as transfers can change status
  • International career: Norway national team regular. Debuted in 2012 and has scored multiple goals for Norway, often featuring as a starter in qualifiers and friendlies.
  • Playing style: Quick, strong on the ball, good at running in behind defenses, capable of finishing with both feet and effective in counter‑attacks. Also contributes to build-up play and pressing from the front.
  • Notable facts:
    • Of Ghanaian descent through his father and Norwegian through his mother.
    • Rose through Manchester United’s youth setup before establishing himself in the English Football League and Premier League.

For the latest club, season statistics, or transfer status, consult up‑to‑date sources (club websites, league records or reputable sports news outlets) since player careers and teams can change frequently.