Amorim sends clear message to 22yo after Sesko completes Man Utd transfer

Manchester United edged past Fiorentina 5-4 in a penalty shootout at Old Trafford in the final pre-season friendly game.

The match had ended 1-1 in normal time, with Fiorentina striking first just eight minutes into the contest.

An unfortunate own goal from Robin Gosens gifted the Red Devils their equaliser midway through the first half.

United officially confirmed the signing of star striker Benjamin Sesko from RB Leipzig earlier today.

Manager Ruben Amorim made a bold selection, starting Mason Mount in the number nine role.

Summer signings Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo played in the two number 10 positions.

Sesko’s arrival poses serious questions over the future of Rasmus Hojlund.

Despite making five changes after the break, Amorim left Hojlund rooted to the bench as an unused substitute.

It was a clear and deliberate message from the United head coach to a striker who managed just four league goals last season.

The 22-year-old endured a tough 2024-25 season and could leave this summer.

A return to Serie A appears likely, given his past exploits with Atalanta.

Amorim now has three designated senior centre-forwards in his ranks – Sesko, Hojlund and Joshua Zirkzee.

With no European football next season, the club must sell Hojlund or Zirkzee and allow Chido Obi to get some experience with the first team.

AC Milan are looking to bolster their ranks with a new marksman and could make a loan approach for Hojlund.

The Red Devils want the Italian outfit to cover his full wages and also pay a loan fee.

United host Arsenal in the season opener next weekend and there are now high chances that Hojlund is omitted from the starting XI.

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Article written by Sanidhya Bhardwaj .