“Benjamin Sesko decides on jersey number after Man United offers iconic number.”

The decision by Benjamin Sesko to keep the number 30 on his shirt instead of claiming the iconic number 9 of Manchester United has generated buzz among fans. With the departure of Altay Bayındır to Celta de Vigo, Senne Lammens has taken over the goalkeeping duties for the team and changed his number, but uncertainty about the players' jerseys persists as the new season begins.

Manchester United has maintained the mystery surrounding the jersey numbers during pre-season, where the new kits did not display numbers, leaving everyone to speculate. Before the start of the season, there were rumors that Marcus Rashford would wear the number 14, but he surprised everyone by appearing with the number 9 in the friendly match against AC Milan. The lingering question is: Will Rashford keep the number 9, and what will Sesko do?

Benjamin Sesko, who could be seen as Rashford's natural successor for the number 9, has decided to keep the number 30, the same one he wore at RB Leipzig and Red Bull Salzburg. “Rashford wore No 9, a sign of his restored status at the club. Although Sesko was considered for that number, he chose to keep 30,” said a source close to the club.

Tomorrow, in the match against Hull City, Rashford's number on the squad list will be officially revealed. Michael Carrick, the coach, seems pleased to have the forward back, but attention is also focused on the possibility of Sesko being called up. The Slovenian forward did not participate in any of United's pre-season matches, having missed the last three games of last season due to injury. However, he returned to full training this week.

Although it is unlikely that Sesko will start in tomorrow's match, his presence on the bench could be a valuable addition to the team. The decision to keep number 30 can be seen as a way for the player to establish himself in his new home while preparing to contribute to the goals of Manchester United this season. Expectations are high among the fans, who are eagerly waiting to see how Sesko will integrate into the team's dynamics.