Shearer was right about Sesko

Benjamin Sesko has not really integrated into Manchester United

Alan Shearer was right. Against Tottenham, Sesko had two clear chances but failed to score. In the Bundesliga, he might have had half a second more to observe and choose an angle to shoot. But in the Premier League, that time does not exist.

Spurs centre-back Micky van de Ven only needed one precise tackle to snuff out any hope. Both tackles revealed that Sesko was still getting used to the pace and pressure of the world's toughest league.

Former England striker Alan Shearer, who knows better than anyone how a striker feels, did not criticize maliciously. He simply stated the truth: “Sesko had two chances and had to score. At this level, you cannot wait half a second.”

The comment was not just about technique or form, but about decision-making, which separates good strikers from great ones. Sesko is not quick enough in his thinking, not used to handling tight spaces. That is normal at 22, but the Premier League waits for no one.

Coach Ruben Amorim understands that. In front of the media, he did not react negatively but chose to protect his students. “Nobody likes to hear criticism, but that is the truth,” he said. “And in three weeks, maybe that truth will be different.”

It was not just encouragement, but a coaching philosophy: no judgment is permanent. Amorim knew Sesko needed time, and he was willing to give it to him.

Sesko joins Manchester United with an impressive resume.

Sesko joins Manchester United with an impressive pedigree. He has been the top scorer under 23 in Europe’s top five leagues in the last two seasons. He is seen as the modern striker: tall, strong, technically gifted, and can finish with both feet.

But Old Trafford is a place that does not tolerate patience. Two goals in 12 games has frustrated fans, and comparisons to Bryan Mbeumo or Matheus Cunha only add to the pressure.

The truth is that Manchester United gambled by letting Rasmus Højlund go without signing an experienced striker. Amorim believes Sesko can carry the load, but the youngster needs a stable platform, which Manchester United have yet to provide. When a team is still struggling to find its identity, it is not surprising that a new signing has not yet shone.

The thing that is commendable about Sesko is his attitude. He doesn't complain, he doesn't react when criticized. At Carrington, Sesko arrives first, trains hard, and always keeps quiet when he leaves. A young player is bound to make mistakes, but how he deals with them is what matters.

Amorim calls Sesko “a model professional” and believes “he has more potential than I thought”. For a coach who values work ethic and consistency, that means a lot.

Alan Shearer was right - Sesko wasn't ready. But the story isn't over.

The knee injury suffered against Tottenham could keep Sesko out for a few weeks. But sometimes, a break allows a young player to reflect. He can take a breather, observe from the sidelines, and be better prepared for the rest of the season.

Sesko has yet to score enough goals to prove his worth, but the more important things are beginning to take shape: character, patience and adaptability. The Premier League is no place for anyone to learn, but it is these difficult minutes that will forge the true character of a striker.

Alan Shearer was right - Sesko wasn't ready. But the story isn't over. In the journey of a striker, every goal is a stepping stone, and every miss is a lesson. A half-second of hesitation in London could have cost him his chance, but it could also have been the moment of awakening for Benjamin Sesko to truly begin his Premier League career.

Source: https://znews.vn/shearer-da-dung-ve-sesko-post1602179.html