Just before the transfer deadline, PEC Zwolle strengthened its squad with the signing of England-born of Ghanaian descent Shola Shoretire on a loan from PAOK Saloniki.
PAOK’s Technical director Gerry Hamstra welcomed the 21-year-old to the club.
“Shola is a creative and technically gifted striker who has completed the entire Manchester United academy. In the final weeks of the transfer window, we’ve been actively looking for a creative attacker who can also play in multiple positions up front. Shola arrived late on the market, and we’re therefore pleased to have been able to sign him”, he noted.
A new 💎 is here
Welcome in Zwolle, Shola!#peczwolle
— PEC Zwolle (@PECZwolle) September 2, 2025
Shoretire was born in Newcastle but progressed through the Manchester United youth academy. There, he made 71 appearances for Manchester United U21s (32 goals and 20 assists).
He also played several Premier League matches for United and even appeared in the Champions League and Europa Leagues.
Shoretire also had a spell with Bolton Wanderers and last season with his current club, PAOK Saloniki. The striker made 28 appearances for the Greek club (four goals).
He has been a part of England youth international teams U15, U16, U18 and U19.
