Sesko joins United welcome period begins

The new United striker explains the kind of player he intends to be after signing from RB Leipzig.

Benjamin Sesko joins Manchester United aiming to score regularly

Benjamin Sesko completed a five year deal with Manchester United on Saturday after moving from RB Leipzig. He was presented to supporters ahead of a friendly with Fiorentina and is set to make his United debut in the season opener against Arsenal. The Slovenia international hit 21 goals for Leipzig last season and United hope he can add a reliable goal threat to their attack. He is joining a front three that also includes Bryan Mbeumo and Matheus Cunha, a combination that scored 58 goals between them in their previous clubs’ campaigns. Sesko has described his style as someone who likes to attack spaces and be in front, while also acknowledging the usefulness of crosses when they come his way.

United is betting on a young striker to help lift a goal shy attack. The move fits a broader plan to build a versatile, pacey front line rather than relying on one marquee scorer. If Sesko adapts quickly to the Premier League tempo, he could become a key piece in a rebuilding phase for the club. Yet questions remain about how soon he can translate Leipzig’s numbers to United and whether the other forwards can gel with him in the starting XI.

Highlights

The summer business signals United’s intent to refresh its attack with young talent.