Benjamin Sesko’s Agent Expresses Concerns Over His Manchester United Role
Comments from Benjamin Sesko’s agent indicate that the striker may be dissatisfied with his current position at Manchester United.
Although United has enjoyed a strong performance lately, enhancing their Champions League prospects, Sesko’s representative has criticized the narrative suggesting his client is merely a substitute under interim manager Michael Carrick.
Elvis Basanovic’s Perspective on Benjamin Sesko
Elvis Basanovic, the agent for the Slovenian forward, has voiced his displeasure regarding the term “super sub” used to describe Sesko.
During an interview with Arena Sport (as reported by The Mirror), Basanovic emphasized that while Sesko has been effective as a substitute, branding him with that label feels disrespectful given his talent.
He stated, “I prefer the term ‘super striker’ instead. I believe Benjamin is a super striker.”
“He has made 13 starts this season and has also come off the bench 13 times. His goals are split evenly between those two roles.”
Basanovic insisted that the £74 million summer acquisition from RB Leipzig should be recognized as a complete striker, rather than just an impact player. His frustration suggests there might be rising tensions within the team, indicating that while Sesko maintains a professional attitude, his camp anticipates him being a key starter.
Sesko Thriving Under Michael Carrick After a Challenging Start
Since Michael Carrick took over in January, Sesko’s performance has significantly improved.
After facing difficulties under Ruben Amorim, the 22-year-old has scored 10 goals in all competitions this season.
Notably, four of those goals have come as a substitute, including crucial late-game winners against Fulham and Everton, as well as a vital equalizer against West Ham.
| Manager | Appearances | Goals |
|---|---|---|
| Ruben Amorim | 17 | 2 |
| Michael Carrick | 9 | 5 |
Statistics for Benjamin Sesko under Ruben Amorim versus Michael Carrick via Transfermarkt
This knack for coming through in critical moments has led to the ‘super sub’ moniker among fans and the media.
Nevertheless, Carrick has opted for a forward line featuring Bryan Mbeumo and Matheus Cunha, often assigning Sesko the role of a game-changer in the final third of matches.
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