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Benjamin Sesko

Position: forward

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HAN P W D L F A Diff Win%
H 9 5 2 2 18 13 +5 55.56
A 11 2 6 3 17 21 -4 18.18
TOTALS 20 7 8 5 35 34 +1 35.00

Name: Benjamin Šeško
Birthdate: 31-05-2003
Age: 22
Birthplace: Radeče, Slovenia
Height: 6' 5" (1.96m)
Weight: 13st 5lbs (85 kg)
Years at Club: 2025-Present*
Signing Info: Transferred from: RB Leipzig, 09/08/2025, £66.3m + £7.3m add ons
Previous Clubs: Red Bull Salzburg , FC Liefering (loan), RB Leipzig
Debut: 17/08/2025 v Arsenal (H) 0-1 (Premiership)
Farewell:
Passed Away:

Biography

Benjamin Šeško was born in the small Slovenian town of Radeče, where his talent for football emerged early. Starting at local side Rudar Trbovlje, he quickly attracted attention for his height, coordination, and ability to dominate in youth matches. He soon moved to NK Krško and later joined NK Domžale’s youth academy, one of Slovenia’s most respected talent factories.

In 2019, at the age of just 16, Šeško made a major leap by signing with Red Bull Salzburg, the Austrian club renowned for developing future stars. His development continued on loan at Salzburg’s feeder team FC Liefering in Austria’s second division, where his return of 22 goals in 44 matches demonstrated his instinctive finishing ability and promise as a future elite striker.

Breakthrough with Red Bull Salzburg
Returning to Salzburg for the 2021–22 season, Šeško broke into the first team at just 18 years old. He helped the club continue their domestic dominance, winning the Austrian Bundesliga and Austrian Cup. His pace, power, and technical ability made him one of Europe’s most scouted young forwards. Over two seasons with Salzburg’s first team, he registered 29 goals in 79 matches in all competitions.

Move to RB Leipzig
In 2023, Šeško took the next step by moving to RB Leipzig in the German Bundesliga on a long-term deal running until 2029. His debut season showed glimpses of brilliance, and by mid-2025 he had scored 27 goals in 64 appearances. He quickly adapted to the more physical and tactical demands of the Bundesliga, becoming known for Intelligent off-the-ball movement, Sharp finishing from both feet, Aerial prowess in set-piece situations, Counter-attacking pace despite his height.

Leipzig’s fast, pressing system suited his style, and his performances at both domestic and European level further increased his reputation.

International Career with Slovenia
Šeško made his senior debut for the Slovenia national team in June 2021, becoming the youngest player in history to represent his country. Just months later, he also became their youngest-ever goalscorer. By August 2025, he had won 41 caps and scored 16 international goals. Highlights include crucial strikes in UEFA Nations League matches and standout performances during Euro qualification campaigns.

Transfer to Manchester United
In August 2025, Manchester United confirmed the signing of Benjamin Šeško from RB Leipzig for a reported £73.3 million, plus add-ons. The transfer was part of new manager Rúben Amorim’s rebuild, aimed at adding physical presence, pace, and a clinical edge to the attack.
 
League League Cup FA Cup Charity Shield European Cup Europa League Super Cup Cup Winners Cup Inter-cont Cup World Clubs Cup    
Season Goals Season Apps
No Season League Goals League Apps LC Goals LC Apps FAC Goals FAC Apps CS Goals CS Apps EC Goals EC Apps Europa Goals Europa Apps SC Goals SC Apps CWC Goals CWC Apps IC Goals IC Apps CWC Goals CWC Apps Season
Goals		 Season
Apps
1. 2025-2026 4 18 0 1 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 5 20
TOTALS 4 18 0 1 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 5 20

Detailed Match & Performance Charts

MUFC Player Goals MUFC Player Appearances MUFC Player Opponent Manager MUFC Player Club Manager
No Opponent Goals Appearances
1. Burnley 2 1
2. Brighton 1 1
3. Brentford 1 1
4. Sunderland 1 1
No Opponent Appearances Goals
1. Arsenal 2 0
2. Burnley 2 2
3. Brighton 2 1
4. Fulham 1 0
5. Grimsby Town 1 0
6. Manchester City 1 0
7. Chelsea 1 0
8. Brentford 1 1
9. Sunderland 1 1
10. Liverpool 1 0
11. Nottingham Forest 1 0
12. Tottenham Hotspur 1 0
13. Bournemouth 1 0
14. Aston Villa 1 0
15. Newcastle United 1 0
16. Wolverhampton Wanderers 1 0
17. Leeds United 1 0
No Opponent Manager No
1. Arteta, Mikel 2
2. Parker, Scott 2
3. Hurzeler, Fabian 2
4. Silva, Marco 1
5. Artell, David 1
6. Guardiola, Josep 1
7. Maresca, Enzo 1
8. Andrews, Keith 1
9. Le Bris, Regis 1
10. Slot, Arne 1
11. Dyche, Sean 1
12. Frank, Thomas 1
13. Iraola, Andoni 1
14. Emery, Unai 1
15. Howe, Eddie 1
16. Edwards, Robert 1
17. Farke, Daniel 1
No MUFC Managers Count
1. Amorim, Ruben 17
2. Fletcher, Darren 2
3. Carrick, Michael 1
Stadiums Competition Opponents Opponent Nationality
No Stadium Count
1. Old Trafford 9
2. Anfield 1
3. Blundell Park 1
4. City Ground, Nottingham 1
5. Craven Cottage 1
6. Eastlands Stadium 1
7. Elland Road 1
8. Emirates Stadium 1
9. Gtech Community Stadium 1
10. Tottenham Hotspur Stadium 1
11. Turf Moor 1
12. Villa Park 1
No Competition Count
1. Premiership 18
2. FA Cup 1
3. League Cup 1
No Opponent Count
1. Arsenal 2
2. Burnley 2
3. Brighton 2
4. Fulham 1
5. Grimsby Town 1
6. Manchester City 1
7. Chelsea 1
8. Brentford 1
9. Sunderland 1
10. Liverpool 1
11. Nottingham Forest 1
12. Tottenham Hotspur 1
13. Bournemouth 1
14. Aston Villa 1
15. Newcastle United 1
16. Wolverhampton Wanderers 1
17. Leeds United 1
No Opponent Nationality Count
1. England 20
Roy Keane own goal v Real Madrid Old Trafford 2000 Cup Finals
No Date Opponent Competition Own Goals
Player has never scored an own goal against the club.
No Date Opponent WDL F-A Competition
Player never featured in a Cup Final.
Penalties scored for Manchester United Manchester United Hat-Tricks
No Date Opponents Competition Penaltys
Player has never scored a penalty for the club.
No Date Opponent Competition Goals
Player has never scored a hat-trick or better during a game.
 
Red Cards  
No Date Opponent Competition
Player has never been sent off during a match.
 

All Matches played
No Date Comp Opponent WDL F-A HAN Goal!! Scorers Opponent scorers
1. 17-08-2025 PL Arsenal Loss 0-1 H 0 Riccardo Calafiori 13'
2. 24-08-2025 PL Fulham Draw 1-1 A 0 Rodrigo Muniz 58' (o.g.) Emile Smith Rowe 73'
3. 27-08-2025 LC Grimsby Town Draw 2-2 A 0 Bryan Mbeumo 75', Harry Maguire 89' Charles Vernam 22', Tyrell Warren 30'
4. 30-08-2025 PL Burnley Win 3-2 H 0 Josh Cullen 27' (o.g.), Bryan Mbeumo 57', Bruno Fernandes 90'+7 (pen) Lyle Foster 55', Jaidon Anthony 66'
5. 14-09-2025 PL Manchester City Loss 0-3 A 0 Phil Foden 18', Erling Braut Haaland 53', 68'
6. 20-09-2025 PL Chelsea Win 2-1 H 0 Bruno Fernandes 14', Casemiro 37' Trevoh Chalobah 80'
7. 27-09-2025 PL Brentford Loss 1-3 A 1 Benjamin Šeško 26' Igor Thiago 8', 20', Mathias Jensen 90'+5
8. 04-10-2025 PL Sunderland Win 2-0 H 1 Mason Mount 8', Benjamin Šeško 31'
9. 19-10-2025 PL Liverpool Win 2-1 A 0 Bryan Mbeumo 2', Harry Maguire 84' Cody Gakpo 78'
10. 25-10-2025 PL Brighton Win 4-2 H 0 Matheus Cunha 24', Casemiro 34', Bryan Mbeumo 61', 90'+6 *Danny Welbeck 74', Charalampos Kostoulas 90'+2
11. 01-11-2025 PL Nottingham Forest Draw 2-2 A 0 Casemiro 34', Amad Diallo 81' Morgan Gibbs-White 48', Nicolo Savona 50'
12. 08-11-2025 PL Tottenham Hotspur Draw 2-2 A 0 Bryan Mbeumo 32', Matthijs de Ligt 90'+6 Mathys Tel 84', Richarlison 90'+1
13. 15-12-2025 PL Bournemouth Draw 4-4 H 0 Amad Diallo 13', Casemiro 45'+4, Bruno Fernandes 77', Matheus Cunha 79' Antoine Semenyo 40', Evanilson 46', Marcus Tavernier 52', Junior Kroupi 84'
14. 21-12-2025 PL Aston Villa Loss 1-2 A 0 Matheus Cunha 45'+3 Morgan Rogers 45', 57'
15. 26-12-2025 PL Newcastle United Win 1-0 H 0 Patrick Dorgu 24'
16. 30-12-2025 PL Wolves Draw 1-1 H 0 Joshua Zirkzee 27' Ladislav Krejci 45'
17. 04-01-2026 PL Leeds United Draw 1-1 A 0 Matheus Cunha 65' Brenden Aaronson 62'
18. 07-01-2026 PL Burnley Draw 2-2 A 2 Benjamin Šeško 50', 60' Ayden Heaven 13' (o.g.), Jaidon Anthony 66'
19. 11-01-2026 FAC Brighton Loss 1-2 H 1 Benjamin Šeško 85' Brajan Gruda 12', *Danny Welbeck 64'
20. 25-01-2026 PL Arsenal Win 3-2 A 0 Bryan Mbeumo 37', Patrick Dorgu 50', Matheus Cunha 87' Lisandro Martínez 29' (o.g.), Mikel Merino 84'
 

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