Manchester United Are Keeping A Keen Eye On This Bundesliga Striker: Good Choice For Amorim?
Sesko enjoyed a decent run of form at the German club in the previous campaign when he put in a lot of eye-catching displays for them in the Bundesliga. The 22-year-old scored 21 times and picked up six assists in 45 matches for RB Leipzig last season across all competitions.
The Slovenia international gave a good account of himself in the final third based on his average of 2.5 shots per 90 minutes in the Bundesliga. He kept 43.9% of his attempts on target. However, Sesko has to figure out a way to improve his ball distribution after completing just 67.6% of his attempted passes in the German first division (stats via fbref.com).
His current contract at the German club will run out in the summer of 2029. Hence, it won't be easy for Man United to get a deal over the line for him this off-season.
Is Sesko A Good Choice For Manchester United?
Sesko can create a yard of space for himself to get some strikes in at goal. He has got the eye to play some decisive passes in the final third and is a good dribbler with the ball at his feet.
The Slovenian talent has proven himself to be a lethal finisher in the Bundesliga. Standing at 1.95m, Sesko is a towering presence in the final third but needs to work on improving his link-up play up top.
We can expect Sesko to add more firepower to Man United boss Ruben Amorim's attack. He is good enough to secure a regular first-team spot at the Mancunian club next season.
At 22, Sesko has the potential to be a world-class player in his position someday. Therefore, he would be a decent choice for the Red Devils to consider in this summer transfer window. However, Amorim has to be patient with his development before he can get the best out of Sesko at Old Trafford.
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