The 'Sesko craze' has officially broken out.

Former Slovenian international Nastja Ceh believes Benjamin Sesko will become one of the best strikers in the world. And at Old Trafford, the journey to create the "Sesko craze" is only just beginning.

Former Slovenian international Nastja Ceh believes Benjamin Sesko will become one of the best strikers in the world . And at Old Trafford, the journey to create the "Sesko craze" is only just beginning.

When Benjamin Sesko signed his contract to join Manchester United, many Red Devils fans hoped this would be the solution to the number 9 problem that had plagued the team for many years.

And if anyone still has doubts, listen to what Nastja Ceh – the former talented Slovenian midfielder – said about his younger compatriot when answering Tri Thức - Znews : “Sesko is the type of striker who possesses all the qualities of modern football. He has enormous potential and has been proving himself to be among the world's top strikers despite his young age.”

Potential and adaptability

At the age of 22, Sesko has already made a name for himself at both Red Bull Salzburg and RB Leipzig, demonstrating his ability to quickly adapt to different competitive environments. According to Ceh, this will help the new Manchester United signing adapt quickly to the Premier League – one of the most demanding leagues in the world.

“He will quickly integrate and prove why he deserves to be among the elite. Defensive tasks will not be difficult for him. Sesko is capable of meeting all the demands of modern football,” said Ceh, who has 46 caps for the Slovenian national team.

Not only is Sesko physically strong, but he is also highly regarded for his intelligent movement and neat ball control. According to Ceh, this allows him to avoid being confined to the role of a mere "penalty box assassin," and instead participate in the overall play, stretching the opponent's defense and creating space for his teammates.

One of Sesko's most outstanding qualities is his goal-scoring instinct – a weapon any big team would covet. Ceh affirmed: “If we're talking about the next step, Sesko has already proven his killer instinct in the Bundesliga. I'm sure he will only improve, and without a doubt, the instinct to 'finish off' opponents runs in Sesko's blood.”

Sesko has proven his talent in the Bundesliga.

In the 2024/25 season, Sesko impressed with his outstanding performance for RB Leipzig, especially in big matches where pressure and expectations were at their highest. He not only scored goals but also demonstrated the ability to be in the right place at the right time – a factor that distinguishes a good striker from a top-class striker.

How does he compare to Haaland?

When asked whether Sesko could be compared to Erling Haaland, Ceh frankly stated: “I wouldn’t compare Sesko to Haaland – it’s simply impossible! They have similar playing styles and have followed the same path: from Red Bull Salzburg, to the Bundesliga, and then to England. Haaland has already proven his class, while the ‘Sesko craze’ has only just begun.”

Both strikers share ideal physique, strength, speed, and sharp positioning. However, Sesko is considered more versatile in terms of link-up play and off-ball movement.

According to Ceh, the arrival of the new manager at Old Trafford is a significant advantage for Sesko's development: “Currently, Man United have a top-class manager – in my personal opinion – who knows exactly what he needs to do and will soon prove why he was appointed. Sesko will be a 'quality' player, not a 'flop,' although of course he needs some time to adapt – which is perfectly normal.”

With Manchester United's attack still lacking consistency, Sesko has the opportunity to become the centerpiece of the rebuilding project, playing a similar role to Haaland at Manchester City – a player who both scores goals and inspires.

Sesko's move to Manchester United also marked a historic turning point for Slovenian football.

Sesko's move to Manchester United also marked a historic turning point for Slovenian football. Despite a population of only around two million, the team, nicknamed "The Boys," has consistently participated in the EURO and World Cup.

Ceh argued that this was no coincidence: "It sounds funny, because that population is only the size of a village in Vietnam. But we have what Sesko has: a disciplined training spirit, unwavering determination, and high professional quality."

The clearest evidence is the names that have shone and continue to shine in Europe: Jan Oblak - the key goalkeeper of Atletico Madrid; Samir Handanovic - a legend of Inter Milan; Josip Ilicic - former striker of Fiorentina and Atalanta… And now, Benjamin Sesko is adding to that list.

In conclusion, Ceh emphasized: “I have nothing more to add except to affirm that Sesko has it all and will prove it. As long as his health remains with him, he will become one of the world's top strikers.”

With the confidence of those who know Sesko best, coupled with the top-level football environment of the Premier League, the "Sesko fever" at Old Trafford may only be just beginning. United fans are eagerly awaiting every goal, every skillful move, to witness a new star truly shine in the Premier League sky.

Source: https://znews.vn/con-sot-sesko-chinh-thuc-bung-no-post1576504.html