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Manchester United Confirm Sesko as New No.30 Following £74m Move

The shirt reveal highlights United’s confidence in the 22-year-old striker as coach endorsements stress his work ethic for the club’s long-term rebuild.

Overview

  • Sesko has signed a five-year contract through June 2030 after United agreed an initial £66.4m fee plus £7.3m in add-ons with RB Leipzig.
  • He retains his career-long No.30 shirt, prompting wing-back Diego Leon to switch to No.35 following Sesko’s first public unveiling.
  • The 22-year-old striker joins a forward line that struggled for goals last season, with Rasmus Hojlund and Joshua Zirkzee combining for just seven Premier League goals.
  • Sesko said he was drawn by United’s history and long-term project, rejecting rival bids to sign for the club.
  • Coaches Ruben Amorim and Slovenia manager Matjaz Kek have praised Sesko’s relentless energy and character, stressing his technical profile and work ethic ahead of the season opener.