Scholes Warns Sesko Move Risks United History

Paul Scholes questions the Sesko signing and warns it could echo past mistakes at Manchester United.

Scholes Warns Sesko Move Risks United History

Manchester United are close to signing RB Leipzig forward Benjamin Sesko for about £66.4 million plus add-ons. The 22-year-old Slovenian international is flying in for a medical after RB Leipzig accepted the bid, and United hope to complete the deal soon. Paul Scholes has voiced concerns that United are buying a player without clear development time, suggesting Newcastle could have offered a more nurturing environment to grow. He also cites the situation with Rasmus Hojlund to illustrate the risk of expecting immediate impact from a young striker. United have already added Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo this window, and Hojlund has said he intends to fight for his place despite the competition.

The discussion centers on whether United can balance growth with the pressure to perform. Scholes’ perspective highlights a broader risk in modern transfers: big fees for young forwards can backfire if the club expects instant returns. United’s approach contrasts with Newcastle’s more gradual development pathway, which some see as a safer environment for a player like Sesko. The string of signings suggests a clear shift toward a high-stakes attack, but it also raises questions about squad balance, wage structure, and patience for younger players to mature. Over the next weeks, how Amorim manages the front line and the locker room will reveal whether this is a bold plan or a gamble with the club’s long-term trajectory.

Highlights

The coming weeks will show if United can turn bold purchases into steady progress.