Manchester United made headlines by investing 85 million euros in RB Leipzig’s Benjamin Sesko, despite him being a backup to Belgian striker Lois Openda.
Sesko demonstrated impressive skills, including strong finishing, aerial ability, and athleticism, making him a promising talent and potential future star.
Before scoring twice against Burnley on January 8, he hadn’t found the net in nearly three months, which led to some criticism from rival fans, especially those of Arsenal.
Many expected Sesko to join Arsenal as their long-awaited striker solution while Viktor Gyokeres was set to return to Old Trafford with Ruben Amorim.
However, Manchester United opted for Sesko, and Gyokeres ultimately ended up at United. While some viewed this as a disadvantage, loyal fans recognized the long-term benefits of acquiring the younger Sesko.
The 22-year-old Slovenian did not start in United’s recent 3-2 victory over Fulham in the Premier League, but he made an impact by scoring an important goal in just 16 minutes on the pitch.
With Michael Carrick as manager, Sesko and his teammates have shown signs of improvement in recent games, suggesting a breakout could be on the horizon.
Supporters have warmed to him; after coming off the bench and scoring a crucial goal without making a fuss, they see him as a future star in the team’s attacking line.