'Sesko fever' officially explodes

Former Slovenia 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 fever" is just beginning.

When Benjamin Sesko signed a contract to join Manchester United, many "Red Devils" fans expected this to be the solution to the number 9 problem that has haunted the team for many years.

And if anyone is still skeptical, listen to Nastja Ceh - the talented former midfielder of Slovenia - talking about his compatriot when answering Tri Thuc - Znews : "Sesko is a striker who possesses all the qualities of modern football. He possesses great potential and has proven himself to be among the world's top strikers despite his young age."

Potential and adaptation

At 22, Sesko has made a splash at both Red Bull Salzburg and RB Leipzig, demonstrating his ability to adapt quickly to different playing environments. According to Ceh, this will help the new Manchester United player adapt quickly to the Premier League - the most demanding league in the world.

“He will quickly settle in and show why he deserves to be among the elite. Defensive duties will not be difficult for him. Sesko is capable of meeting all the demands of modern football,” said Ceh, who has 46 caps for Slovenia.

Not only is Sesko physically strong, he is also highly regarded for his intelligent movement and neat handling skills. According to Ceh, this helps him not be limited to the role of a mere “box killer”, but also participate in the overall play, stretching the opponent’s defense and opening up space for his teammates.

One of Sesko's most striking qualities is his goal-scoring instinct - a weapon that any big team would crave. Ceh affirmed: "If we talk about the next step, Sesko has proven his killer instinct in the Bundesliga. I am sure he will continue to improve, and there is no doubt that the instinct to 'finish' opponents is always in Sesko's blood."

Sesko has proven his talent in the Bundesliga.

In the 2024/25 season, Sesko made his mark with impressive performance for RB Leipzig, especially in big matches where pressure and expectations are always at their highest. He not only scored goals, but also showed the ability to be in the right place at the right time - the factor that makes the difference between a good striker and a top striker.

Compare with Haaland?

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

The common points between these two strikers are ideal physique, strength, speed and sharp positioning ability. However, Sesko is considered more flexible in terms of coordination and movement without the ball.

According to Ceh, the arrival of a new coach at Old Trafford is an important advantage for Sesko to develop: “Currently, Man United owns a top coach - in my personal opinion - who knows what he needs to do and will soon prove the reason for his appointment. Sesko will be a 'genuine' and not a 'flop', although of course he needs some time to adapt - which is completely normal.”

With Manchester United's attack still lacking consistency, Sesko has the opportunity to become the centrepiece of a rebuilding project, playing a similar role to Haaland at Manchester City - a striker who both scores 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 about two million, the team nicknamed “The Boys” has consistently participated in the EURO and World Cup.

Ceh believes this is no coincidence: “It sounds funny, because the population is only the size of a village in Vietnam. But we have what Sesko has: a disciplined training spirit, perseverance and high professional quality.”

The clear evidence is the names that have been shining in Europe: Jan Oblak - Atletico Madrid's mainstay goalkeeper; Samir Handanovic - Inter Milan legend; Josip Ilicic - former Fiorentina, Atalanta striker... And now, Benjamin Sesko is extending that list.

In conclusion, Ceh emphasized: “I have nothing more to add other than to affirm: Sesko has it all and will prove it. As long as his health is always there, he will become one of the top strikers in the world.”

With the confidence of those who know Sesko best, and the top football environment in the Premier League, the “Sesko fever” at Old Trafford may just be starting. United fans are waiting for every goal, every 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