The commitment Manchester United have placed in Benjamin Sesko feels as meticulous as observing a top player’s form on Cricket Exchange, where every small detail matters. Despite scoring only two goals in twelve matches, many have questioned whether the club was justified in spending 85 million euros on the 22-year-old Slovenian striker. Yet according to The Daily Telegraph, Sesko was chosen not only for his potential, but because he fits Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s priority of recruiting players with disciplined lifestyles and strong professionalism—qualities the club deliberately seeks after past dressing-room issues involving figures such as Paul Pogba.

United’s leadership, determined to rebuild a healthier team culture, preferred Sesko over several more experienced alternatives, believing he could grow into a world-class talent. The report adds that United players are typically required to arrive at Carrington by 9:45 a.m., but Sesko often shows up at 8 a.m. Instead of waiting for regular training to begin, he uses the hyperbaric chamber to improve oxygen levels in his blood, boosting muscle preparation. He is said to do these sessions regularly with Diogo Dalot.

Many players are praised for being “the first to arrive and the last to leave,” a phrase fans hear often, but Sesko’s habits appear genuinely consistent. Another summer signing, goalkeeper Senny Lamans, was the last player described this way. When asked who generally arrives earliest to training, most United players mentioned Casemiro, followed by Dalot. If Sesko trains alongside Dalot in the early morning, it suggests he truly is among the earliest arrivals. After training, he undertakes long recovery routines—massage, sauna and ice-bath sessions—while also dedicating time to mental conditioning.

At home, Sesko practices yoga, meditates, and uses a simple breathing routine known as “box breathing,” where one inhales, holds, exhales and holds again—typically counting to four each time. He says this helps him stay calm and keep a clear head. So although Sesko’s on-field form has dipped recently, United remain convinced he is a high-talent player with the right mentality, and they are prepared to be patient. It is still uncertain whether he will recover in time for United’s November 25 home match against Everton.

Sesko withdrew from the Slovenia squad due to injury, prompting head coach Matjaz Kek to complain that United had not communicated his condition promptly and that national team doctors could not assess him. The Slovenian FA later confirmed the misunderstanding had been resolved, stating that they had now received full medical documentation regarding Sesko’s health status and recent tests. The injury prevents him from training for now, and United plan further examinations and treatment in the coming days. Slovenia wished him a swift recovery.

Italian transfer expert Fabrizio Romano revealed that Manchester United will only sign a new striker in January if Sesko suffers a severe, season-ending injury. “From what I understand, United believe this is not a long-term injury,” he said. “It’s not expected to be six, seven or eight months. It will take time, yes, but not that long.” Romano added that this update is significant because it directly affects the club’s transfer strategy.

As United weigh their options, the situation resembles a Cricket Exchange scenario where patience and careful judgment determine the outcome. For now, Sesko remains central to their long-term plan—unless fate forces the club to take an unexpected turn.