Ferdinand Backs Sesko, Citing Saha-Like Value Beyond Goals
The United great says the £74m striker's hold-up work is benefiting teammates during his post-injury return.
Overview
- Rio Ferdinand compared Benjamin Sesko's contribution to former teammate Louis Saha, highlighting ball retention, flick-ons and link play that he says lift Manchester United's attack.
- Sesko has produced two goals and one assist in 14 Premier League appearances since his summer move from RB Leipzig reported at around £74 million.
- Ruben Amorim urged patience after Sesko's first start back on December 21 at Aston Villa, noting a fast return from a November knee problem and predicting improvement.
- United invested almost £200 million in attackers in the summer, including Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo, with Ferdinand arguing Sesko helps those creators operate behind him.
- Teddy Sheringham remains critical of the signing, saying the club asked too much of a young forward and should have pursued Harry Kane for guaranteed goals.