Overview
- Sesko scored a decisive header in a 2-1 victory over Crystal Palace at Old Trafford, marking his first start under interim coach Michael Carrick.
- His streak stands at seven goals in eight games and nine in all competitions since joining, with recent strikes credited with key points that lifted United into the Premier League’s top three.
- Carrick hailed Sesko’s “major impact” and ongoing improvement after the Palace win, calling the decision to start him straightforward.
- With Sesko leading the line, United leaned into more direct play and targeted crossing, using the striker as a focal point to progress up the pitch.
- Signed from RB Leipzig for about £74m last summer, Sesko chose United over other suitors; multiple outlets report the club pitched him with an AI fan video and a personalized touch, claims attributed to tabloid reporting.