Overview
Joshua Christian Kojo King (born 15 January 1992) is a Norwegian professional football player who is primarily deployed as a forward. Renowned for his speed, direct running and ability to play across the front line, King has been a prominent figure in English club football and a regular presence in the Norway national setup. He signed for Everton later in his career, adding experience to their attacking options.
Club career and development
King began his development in Norway before moving to England as a young player. He progressed through a well-regarded academy system and spent time gaining experience in lower divisions and through loan spells. Over successive seasons he established himself as a reliable goalscorer and chance creator at club level, becoming especially prominent during his period in England’s top flight.
His club career has combined spells in both the Premier League and the English Football League. Managers valued King for his versatility — able to lead the line as a central striker or operate from wide positions — and for his capacity to stretch defences with pace.
Style of play
- Pace and directness: often uses speed to run in behind opposition defenders.
- Finishing: capable of scoring from varied positions, including close-range finishes and opportunistic strikes.
- Versatility: has played as a central striker, second striker and on either flank when required.
International career and notable facts
King has represented Norway at youth levels and the senior national team, contributing goals and experience during qualifying campaigns and international fixtures. Born in Oslo, he has a multiethnic background and carries the full name Joshua Christian Kojo King. His career is noted for a steady rise from youth prospect to established professional in England’s competitive leagues, and for his role as one of Norway’s more familiar attacking players of his generation.