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Paul Merson, a former Arsenal player, has expressed sympathy for Manchester United’s Benjamin Sesko.
Merson made these remarks while emphasizing that Manchester United should have pursued Crystal Palace striker Jean-Philippe Mateta instead of Sesko during the summer transfer window.
Speaking on The Good, The Bad & The Football podcast, Merson stated: “Sesko is never going to score a goal because no one is providing crosses to him.
“He is unlikely to receive the ball from the flanks, so I genuinely feel sorry for him.
“I mentioned last season on transfer deadline day that Manchester United needed someone like Jean-Philippe Mateta. He is big, strong, leads the line effectively, poses a threat, and creates problems for defenders.”
Sesko, who is 22 years old, transferred from RB Leipzig to Manchester United during the summer transfer window.
The Slovenian has managed to score just one goal in six matches for Manchester United under manager Ruben Amorim so far this season.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Paul Merson feel sorry for Benjamin Sesko?
Paul Merson expressed sympathy for Sesko because he believes the player is not receiving the necessary crosses or support from his teammates to score goals.
Who does Merson believe Manchester United should have signed?
Merson believes Manchester United should have signed Jean-Philippe Mateta from Crystal Palace instead of Benjamin Sesko.
What has been Benjamin Sesko's performance at Manchester United?
As of now, Benjamin Sesko has scored only one goal in six matches for Manchester United this season.
