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Manchester United fans are feeling optimistic about Benjamin Sesko’s future after his winner against Fulham.
Benjamin Sesko’s winning goal for Manchester United against Fulham is one you want to watch again and again.
Sesko’s strike drew praise in his Slovenia homeland, along with the pundits on MUTV, and he is now up to six goals for the season – with four in his past four games.
Head coach Michael Carrick has a genuine dilemma now over whether Sesko should be in his starting XI.
Benjamin Sesko celebrates winner against Fulham
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How United fans feel about Benjamin Sesko
In the wake of Manchester United’s weekend win, we asked readers on TalkingPoints about his progress and what his potential may be.
“I think that he’s going to be here for the foreseeable future,” read one response, confident that Sesko will avoid the same fate of Rasmus Hojlund, who was moved aside after just two seasons.
Another reflected: “Too early to tell, but at least a cult hero – ceiling would be one of the best strikers the club has ever had.”
A third called on the coaching staff to take ownership of Sesko’s progress, commenting: “Sesko will do well in United when given time. And also they should always be encouraging him.”
Another fan added: “Took his goal ridiculously well, can see this being looked at as the spark his career needed here.”
A fifth reflected on the goal being Sesko’s breakthrough moment for the club.
“After that goal, the joy on his face was incredible. Yes, he has arrived, and that strike coupled with how he lays off passes to fellow teammates are absolutely fantastic.
“He’s young and will develop rapidly, even his anticipation on crosses is awesome.”
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High comparisons for Benjamin Sesko
Benjamin Sesko has a long way to go to reach his full potential, and United knew this when they signed him.
While some fans believe Sesko will only attain ‘cult hero’ status, others believe his ceiling to be even higher.
“He’s going to be a Ole. Reliable servant and long term goal scorer. Maybe 20 to 25 average over his OT career.”
“A proper striker like legend Wayne Rooney,” wrote another.
And a third added: “Strikers thrive on arrogance and confidence. Think Ruud, Cantona, Zlatan.
“The confidence is growing. Add a pinch of ‘give me the damn ball’ arrogance and United might finally have a striker to grow on.”
Benjamin Sesko, Bryan Mbeumo and Leny Yoro celebrate against Sunderland
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