Benjamin Sesko, the young Slovenian prospect of Manchester United, did not hold back in making a bombastic statement about Cristiano Ronaldo, elevating the five-time Ballon d’Or winner to the status of the greatest forward of all time. In an exclusive interview with the Red Devils’ communications team, Sesko revealed the profound impact the Portuguese legend had on his brief but promising time at Old Trafford.
Despite a debut season marked by ups and downs and cut short prematurely due to a calf injury, Sesko was a key player in the second half of the season, especially following the arrival of Michael Carrick as head coach in January. The 23-year-old forward scored seven goals in 13 matches under the English manager, leaving an indelible mark on the squad.
When asked about the all-time top scorer, Sesko did not hesitate: “I’ll choose based on goals, he’s way ahead, I’m going for Cristiano Ronaldo.” The reverence did not stop there. When asked what he learned from the former Portuguese international, the Slovenian was straightforward: “Scoring goals!” And when prompted to mention a goal he wished he had scored, Sesko recalled Ronaldo’s historic play against FC Porto in the Champions League, a long-range shot that still impresses today: “I think it was Cristiano Ronaldo’s against Porto in the Champions League. From I don’t know where…”
The young forward, known for his powerful shot, did not shy away from the pressure and admitted with a smile: “Shoot, don’t think.”
Among the standout moments of his season, Sesko highlighted the goal in the 96th minute that secured a draw against West Ham United in a fiercely contested match at the London Stadium. Coming on in the 69th minute, the Slovenian forward capped off a masterful play with a subtle touch following a cross from Bryan Mbeumo, ensuring a vital point for the Red Devils.
Another match that marked Sesko was the epic 3-2 victory against Liverpool, where he scored twice and helped solidify the Red Devils’ superiority in one of the most intense classics of the Premier League. Unfortunately, an injury he sustained in the first half forced him off the field and marked the end of his season.
Off the pitch, Sesko revealed surprising details about his routine, preferring morning training sessions and motivating himself with music from Pop Smoke. He lamented the distance from home-cooked meals, confessing to missing his grandmother’s traditional dishes, while admitting he has tried the typical English breakfast, although he found it “too greasy.”
In the dressing room, the Slovenian pointed to Joshua Zirkzee as the funniest player, highlighting the “unexplainable” atmosphere at Old Trafford, which promises to continue driving this young talent in a rebuilding team.
Benjamin Sesko is not only making his mark at Manchester United, but he is also unafraid to acknowledge the influence of one of the biggest figures in world football, drawing inspiration from Cristiano Ronaldo to become a true lethal weapon in the attack of the Red Devils. The Premier League definitely has a new rising phenomenon.
This article first appeared on Apito Final.
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