Benjamin Sesko’s Rise at Manchester United Continues

Manchester United forward Benjamin Sesko is experiencing a remarkable run of form under manager Michael Carrick, becoming a key player with crucial late goals. His recent performances have propelled United into a strong position in the Premier League.

From Struggles to Stardom

Sesko, signed from RB Leipzig in the summer for £73.7 million, initially faced difficulties adapting to the Premier League, as noted by former head coach Ruben Amorim in November 2025. Amorim stated it was “a fact” that Sesko had “struggled” to adjust. The striker scored only two goals in 17 games under Amorim’s leadership.

Carrick’s Impact

Since Amorim’s departure in early January 2026, Sesko has flourished, scoring seven goals in eight games. Under Carrick, Sesko has scored in three consecutive Premier League matches, including a stoppage-time equalizer against West Ham United , a winner against Everton, and another winner against Crystal Palace.

Carrick emphasized the importance of building a strong relationship with Sesko, stating, “We’re working closely with him and connecting with him and building that relationship and trust. A lot is on Ben. He has position the operate in. He is a good player and he has got some great strengths and scoring different types of goals.”

Recent Results and League Standing

Manchester United’s recent form has been strong, moving them up to third in the Premier League table, behind Arsenal and Manchester City. However, Carrick acknowledged that recent performances haven’t consistently matched the quality displayed earlier in his tenure, when United defeated Manchester City, Arsenal, and Fulham.

Challenges and Squad Depth

Despite the positive results, Carrick faces challenges due to a significant injury list. As of the match against Crystal Palace, Matthijs de Ligt, Mason Mount, Lisandro Martinez, Noussair Mazraoui, and Patrick Dorgu were all unavailable due to injury. Casemiro and Luke Shaw were also dealing with fatigue from recent matches. Carrick highlighted the lack of squad depth as a factor impacting the team’s ability to maintain consistently high standards.

Looking Ahead

Despite a recent loss to a 10-man Newcastle, with a goal scored by William Osula, Manchester United remain in a favorable position in the league. Carrick remains optimistic, stating, “We need to learn from this…We can’t lose sight of the bigger picture though – we have put ourselves into a position that can be really exciting.” He stressed the importance of a positive response to the defeat and maintaining focus on their goals.