With the 2026-27 Premier League campaign about to get underway, GOAL counts down the leading contenders for the Golden Boot, including current holder Erling Haaland.
Benjamin Sesko remains the only out-and-out No.9 on Manchester United’s books, but Michael Owen has told GOAL why he has “doubts” over the Slovenian’s ability to become the “long-term” central striking option at Old Trafford. The 23-year-old frontman played his way into form last season, following a slow start, but Michael Carrick is considered to be in need of further firepower.
Bayern Munich have begun their search for a long-term successor to Harry Kane, shifting their focus towards the Premier League. The German heavyweights are keen to secure a formidable forward capable of eventually filling the massive void that will be left by their prolific goalscorer, sparking fears of a major transfer battle in the near future.
Manchester United striker Benjamin Sesko is successfully following a rehabilitation programme for a shin injury that kept him out of their opening pre-season fixtures. The Slovenia international aggravated the issue against Liverpool last season but is on course to return before the new Premier League campaign begins.
Benjamin Sesko has been set a goal target for the 2026-27 campaign that should be “written in his contract” at Manchester United, with Dwight Yorke explaining to GOAL why the Slovenian striker can “fly” for the Red Devils. Michael Carrick needs his leading marksman to do just that if a return to Premier League title contention is to be enjoyed at Old Trafford.
Barcelona have reportedly identified Manchester United's Benjamin Sesko as a potential summer transfer target if they fail to land Julian Alvarez. The Liga champions are desperately seeking a prolific striker to replace the departing Robert Lewandowski, but negotiations with Atletico Madrid over a blockbuster move for Alvarez are proving extremely difficult.
We are now just hours away from the start of the 2026 World Cup finals in the United States, Canada and Mexico, with all 48 teams having made their way to North America with dreams of glory driving them. All of the pre-qualifying favourites made it safely through, including Spain, Brazil, England, France and defending champions Argentina.
Manchester United have officially confirmed that Rasmus Hojlund has completed a permanent move to Napoli following a productive loan spell in Italy. The Denmark international, who arrived at Old Trafford from Atalanta in 2023, returns to Serie A on a full-time basis after the Neapolitans triggered a mandatory purchase clause.
Robert Lewandowski is about to hit free agency, as his Barcelona contract expires, with Louis Saha telling GOAL why the prolific Polish striker could be a useful addition for Manchester United. The Frenchman believes a similar impact to that made by Zlatan Ibrahimovic could be enjoyed at Old Trafford, but the addition of a Kylian Mbappe-esque forward is considered to be of more pressing importance to Premier League heavyweights.
Manchester United forward Benjamin Sesko has identified Old Trafford cult hero Zlatan Ibrahimovic as the primary inspiration behind his rise to the top of European football. The Slovenian international, who has become a fan favourite due to his commanding physical presence and a sharpened eye for goal since Michael Carrick took charge, admitted he spent his youth attempting to replicate the Swede's iconic style.
Manchester United striker Benjamin Sesko has revealed his ultimate Red Devils forward, combining the elite attributes of club legends such as Cristiano Ronaldo, Wayne Rooney and Zlatan Ibrahimovic. Following a productive debut season at Old Trafford, the Slovenian star has now pieced together the ultimate attacking machine, whilst jokingly insisting his own goal celebration remains the very best.
Slovenia manager Bostjan Cesar has questioned why Benjamin Sesko repeatedly misses international duty while remaining available for Manchester United. The striker has not played for his country since October despite featuring heavily for the Red Devils this season.
Arne Slot has fiercely criticised the officiating standards following Liverpool's painful 3-2 defeat to Manchester United, claiming a "complete pattern" of VAR decisions have gone against his side this season. The frustrated manager highlighted a controversial Benjamin Sesko goal that involved a suspected handball, lamenting his team's recurring defensive errors and bad luck.
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