As he revealed to Inside United, our official monthly magazine, Zirkzee is a big follower of basketball and, considering the Dutch striker’s height and vision, would no doubt make a decent player himself.
Iverson made his name with the Philadelphia 76ers, who selected him as the league’s number one draft pick in 1996.
Despite experiencing a tough upbringing and legal troubles off the court, the American became one of the league’s biggest names, winning the Most Valuable Player award in 2001 when helping the Sixers reach the finals.
Iverson’s impact was not just restricted to the sport itself, as his embrace of hip-hop culture led to him becoming a cultural touchpoint for millions across the world, including Zirkzee.