Manchester United F.C. through their official X handle, confirmed Benjamin Sesko as their the fan-voted Player of the Month for February 2026, highlighting the striker’s electric impact since arriving at Old Trafford last summer.
They stated:
Making his mark. Your votes have crowned Benjamin Sesko as our Player of the Month for February
Sesko joined United during the 2025 transfer window after a full agreement was reached with RB Leipzig in a deal worth up to €85 million. As earlier reported by Softfootball, the package included an initial €76.5 million fee plus €8.5 million in potential add-ons.
The 22-year-old Slovenian forward signed a long-term contract running until 2030, signaling the club’s confidence in his long-term potential.
Known for his towering presence, aerial dominance, and sharp finishing ability, Sesko has quickly justified the investment. His February performances were particularly decisive, with six goals in seven matches across competitions. One standout display came against Everton on February 23, where his key contributions played a vital role in boosting United’s Premier League momentum.
Before moving to England, Sesko began his youth career in Slovenia and rose to prominence in Austria with Red Bull Salzburg. His consistent development earned him a move to RB Leipzig, where he finished as the club’s top scorer in the 2024/25 season. That form attracted long-standing interest from United, who were in search of a prolific striker to strengthen their attacking line.
The club’s announcement celebrated not only his goal-scoring streak but also his rapid integration into the squad and connection with supporters. Fans have embraced his work ethic, composure in front of goal, and ability to deliver in crucial moments.
As United continue pushing for strong league positioning and silverware contention, Sesko’s February surge has reinforced belief that the club secured one of Europe’s most promising forwards at the perfect time.
