Benjamin Sesko Expresses Admiration for Michael Carrick's Leadership
Manchester United striker Benjamin Sesko has publicly shared his genuine appreciation for manager Michael Carrick, following a series of impactful performances from the bench. The Slovenian forward, who joined the club this summer for a substantial £74 million fee, has been instrumental in recent matches, scoring crucial goals against Fulham and West Ham.
Sesko's Candid Praise for Carrick and Coaching Staff
In an interview on Manchester United's official YouTube channel, the 22-year-old striker did not hold back in his commendation. "He's an amazing person," Sesko stated emphatically. "That's already meaning a lot really. But as well he is a really good coach." He extended his praise to the entire coaching team that arrived with Carrick, noting their exceptional work ethic and attention to detail.
Sesko elaborated on the tactical guidance provided, saying, "They are giving all the details that you need to improve and to get better. And the details to know what to do in a game, because it's important." He also highlighted the effective communication from Carrick and his staff, expressing his happiness with their arrival and the achievements under their leadership.
Carrick's Unbeaten Start and Sesko's Bench Impact
Since taking over as manager last month, following Ruben Amorim's departure, Michael Carrick has maintained an impressive unbeaten record in his second stint at Old Trafford. His tenure began with four consecutive victories against Manchester City, Arsenal, Fulham, and Tottenham, before a 1-1 draw with West Ham.
In that recent stalemate, Sesko emerged as the saviour, coming off the bench to score a spectacular late equaliser. Similarly, his last-minute goal against Fulham secured a narrow 3-2 win, demonstrating his value as a super-sub. These contributions have not gone unnoticed by Carrick, who reciprocated the praise in his post-match comments.
Carrick's Response and Strategic Management
Addressing the media after the West Ham match, Carrick discussed the balance involved in utilising Sesko from the bench. "It's always a balance," he remarked. "The boys who have played have done fantastically well. That's the importance of the group, I say it after every game."
Carrick acknowledged Sesko's readiness and potential, stating, "Ben is doing a lot of work, he is in a really good place and he is ready to kick on." He praised the striker's recent finish against West Ham as "an unbelievable finish" from a difficult angle, emphasising that Sesko has consistently proven his goal-scoring ability in training and matches.
The manager concluded by noting the significance of Sesko's contributions, particularly the winner against Fulham, which he described as "a big moment for him and for us." This mutual respect between player and coach underscores a positive dynamic at Manchester United as they navigate the season under Carrick's interim leadership.
