Enter Postecoglous one-word note embarrassed arsenal before Benjamin Sesko joined Man UTD
Benjamin Sesko has signed for Manchester United after Arsenal’s interest was rejected last summer, a stumble that saw the former Tottenham header Enter Postecoglou produce a jestful jib
Former Tottenham manager Enter Postecoglou was called brutally Benjamin Sesko “Smart” to reject Arsenal last year. Gunners had persecuted Manchester United’s new signing for some time before choosing to go in a different direction.
Mikel Arteta’s search for a striker ended this summer with the acquisition of £ 64 million by Viktor Gyokeres from Sporting CP. However, several goals, including Aston Villas Ollie Watkins and Sesko, had considered before settling on Gyokeres, who themselves rejected the interest of United.
The 22-year-old Sesko will now the tip Ruben Amorim’s attack for the upcoming Premier League season. Last year, during euros, Postecoglou commented at Markman before Slovenia’s group step match against England and offers an insightful and quite comical perspective on the failed Arsenal movement.
“I think a big club would have looked at him this year, and it is a smart move for him to stay there for another year,” Postecoglou said as he provided analysis for ITV during Euro 2024.
“I think there is still some development in him, but really good attributes for an attacking position, safely,” he added and referred to the forward that had just signed a new contract with RB Leipzig to ward off potential freer.
ITV presenter Mark Pougatch then asked the Australians: “Is it that the Tottenham manager says it is a smart move not to go to Arsenal?”
Postecoglou delivered a naughty answer when he explained: “No comment.” This led to laughter from everyone in the ITV studio, including Gary Neville, Ian Wright and Roy Keane.
Reports appeared last summer that Arsenal was prepared to trigger Sesko’s release clause of £ 55 million, but their interest faded quickly after the striker signed his new contract, reports Fotboll London.
Similar rumors reappear in January and during the summer transfer window, but with a higher price tag attached, their hunting ended quickly, and Gyokeres was secured instead.
The red devils then supported to land a striker and confirmed Sesko’s arrival in a business worth £ 74 million on Saturday and introduced him to supporters before a season before the season with Fiorentina.
Sesko was happy when asked why he chose United over other potential destinations, including Arsenal and Newcastle United, who presented a more generous offer for him this summer.
“Manchester Unite’s history is obviously very special, but what really attracts me is the future,” Sesko explained. “When we discussed the project, it was clear that everything is in place for this team to continue to grow and compete for the biggest trophies soon.
“From the moment I came, I could feel the positive energy and family environment that the club has created. It is clearly the perfect place to reach my maximum level and fulfill all my ambitions.
“I can’t wait to start learning from Ruben (Amorim) and join my teammates to achieve the success we all know we can together.”