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Sesko joins Manchester United for £66.4m and takes No 30
The Slovenia striker completed his move from RB Leipzig and will wear the No 30 shirt in his first season at Old Trafford.
Manchester United announces Benjamin Sesko's shirt number after his transfer from RB Leipzig.
Sesko joins Manchester United and takes No 30 shirt
Manchester United have announced Benjamin Sesko will wear the No 30 shirt in his first season at Old Trafford after completing a £66.4 million move from RB Leipzig on a five-year contract.
The Slovenia international scored 21 goals in all competitions for Leipzig last season and was unveiled to supporters ahead of a pre-season friendly with Fiorentina, training with his new teammates for the first time on Sunday. He keeps a personal tradition of wearing No 30, a number not worn regularly by United in recent seasons, and he becomes the club’s first No 30 since Nathan Bishop in 2022/23.
Key Takeaways
"Just that we get better, that we connect together, in general, and we, as a team, just try to grow, to grow together step by step because we're getting better."
Sesko on team development and common goals.
"I think it's a great project, in general, and I can't wait to start, definitely."
Sesko expressing enthusiasm about the move.
"For me, the team is great. It is getting better and better and that's why also there is just stuff that makes you come there, gives you this energy that you want to be part of."
Sesko describing motivation and energy around the move.
The signing shows United betting on long term value rather than a short term fix. A £66.4m price tag signals the club expects Sesko to contribute quickly, but also to develop into a top forward partner for existing attackers. The move adds weight to United's strategy of refreshing the attack with young talent and potential resale value.
The No 30 choice adds a layer of personal identity to the transfer, blending a sense of tradition with forward planning. As Sesko adapts to the Premier League and United’s tactical setup, the club will be judged on how his pressing, layout play and finishing translate to results and squad balance over time.
Highlights
- Numbers are just the start, the work begins now
- The project is big but the reward needs time
- Growth requires patience and effort not hype
- A fresh shirt, a fresh chapter for United
Financial risk around big transfer
The club spent a large fee on Sesko, raising questions about budget, wage structure, and sustainability if returns are slow. The decision sits alongside other market activity and could invite scrutiny from fans and analysts if results don’t materialize.
United’s next test is integrating Sesko into a crowded forward line and a demanding league calendar.
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