Benjamin Sesko is one of the most exciting young strikers in Europe.
Manchester United are on the hunt for a new striker following a turbulent 2024/25 campaign that saw the team lose the Europa League final to Tottenham and finish 15th in the Premier League.
Ruben Amorim was reliant on Rasmus Hojlund as the only striker in the squad for most of the season, and he had to call upon United academy star Chido Obi towards the end of the season.
So far this summer, United have added two forwards to the squad, including Bryan Mbeumo from Brentford. Matheus Cunha was the first arrival following a transfer from Wolves.
The Red Devils are still looking for a goalscorer to improve on Rasmus Hojlund’s 10 goals from last season. They were linked with Liam Delap before the English striker opted to join Chelsea following Ipswich Town’s relegation from the Premier League.
United have no other choice but to move on to other striker targets. It is understood that Ineos need to sell players to make room for a new signing.
Photo by Claudio Villa/AC Milan via Getty ImagesBenjamin Sesko idolises Zlatan Ibrahimovic
Two strikers are being eyed by United, including RB Leipzig’s Benjamin Sesko and Aston Villa’s Ollie Watkins.
Recent reports suggest United will prioritise a move for Sesko after following his development in recent years.
Sesko scored 21 goals in all competitions last term, and United are making their move by opening talks.
Newcastle have been interested in the Slovenia international, but it appears as though the player would prefer a move to Old Trafford over St. James’ Park.
Sesko has been with Leipzig for two years, and given he’s only just 21, this is a player who has a bright future in the game. He stands at 6ft 4in and is a physical presence in and around the box.
The Slovenian was recently asked about which strikers he idolised as a young forward when he revealed he grew up watching former United striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic.
“One guy I actually loved the most, of course besides Ronaldo and the guys always in the front page, was Ibrahimovic,” Sesko previously told CBS Sports.
“For me this a role model and the guy I watched unbelievable a lot.
“He’s different than me, yes, but just some situations sometimes I try to copy because he’s always been amazing.
“Just the way he is, I liked it always.”
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Sesko would watch videos of the former Barcelona, AC Milan and PSG star and claims he models his game on the iconic Swedish striker.
Sesko rates his own kung-fu kick
It’s no secret that Ibrahimovic enjoys the odd kung-fu kick.
The Swede would often celebrate goals by swinging his leg in a kung-fu style and never looked shy of using his combative abilities, especially on the pitch.
Sesko revealed that he fancies himself as a kung-fu artist on the pitch too.
“I can do the leg thing, you know like up and so,” he joked.
“If someone comes towards me, then I don’t know…”