Manchester United centre-forward Benjamin Sesko has vowed to “come to this level soon” after scoring for the club for the second time against Sunderland. The Slovenian striker scored the second goal in a 2-0 victory over the Black Cats at Old Trafford.
Sesko was quick off the mark, poking home a goal at the Stretford End in the 31st minute, extending United’s lead after Mason Mount’s opening goal. His celebration saw him leaping into the air, and he expressed his joy during a post-match interview with MUTV as he pledged to keep improving. “It feels amazing,” he said.
“It feels even better because I helped the team win the game. Because in the end, it’s important to win the match. I try to help the team as much as possible.”
“The atmosphere afterwards [following the second goal] was unbelievable. It’s something I’ve been dreaming about – jumping high in the stadium like that. My dream came true.
“It’s my job to try to score as many goals as possible, try to win the game, try to help the team in every single situation and hopefully I get more moments like this.”
When asked if fans have seen the best of him yet, Sesko responded: “No, not yet. There’s loads to come. I’m still getting used to it more and more to read the players, to be connected with them even more. I believe I can be even better and I will try to show that.”
Discussing the contrast between the Premier League and Bundesliga, Sesko explained: “I would say it’s way quicker and you have less time in general. This is one of the biggest changes, I would say. Everyone is really physical and athletic, but I’m getting used to it. I’ll come to this level soon.
“To play for a club like this, even train every day, is an obvious pleasure and I’m looking forward to being back [after the international break].”
Sesko’s goal helped relieve some of the pressure on Ruben Amorim following a disappointing defeat to Brentford last weekend, helping United ascend into the top half of the Premier League table.
United secured Sesko’s services for £66.4million plus £7.3m in add-ons from RB Leipzig. During his two-year tenure with Leipzig, Sesko netted 39 goals in 87 appearances.