Manchester United’s dressing room has been thrown into the spotlight after a startling admission from defender Noussair Mazraoui. The Moroccan full-back has revealed that, contrary to public belief, Benjamin Sesko isn’t the most dangerous striker at the club when it comes to training performances. According to him, another forward is regularly outshining Sesko in intensity, sharpness, and finishing ability, yet manager Ruben Amorim continues to hand Sesko the starting role in key matches.
Mazraoui described the unnamed attacker as a nightmare to defend against during drills, insisting he has been more clinical and consistent than Sesko. His remarks have sparked heated debate among supporters, who are questioning why Amorim refuses to reward the training ground standout with more opportunities on the pitch. The revelation has raised suspicions of favoritism and tactical rigidity, especially given United’s attacking struggles in big games.
Sesko, signed with high expectations to lead United’s line, has had flashes of quality but has struggled with consistency and impact against stronger opponents. While fans still see potential in him, Mazraoui’s statement has intensified frustration, as many feel United’s forward line has become predictable.
Although Mazraoui did not name the striker, speculation points towards summer arrival Matheus Cunha, who has reportedly been “unplayable” in training with his movement and finishing. Others suggest Bryan Mbeumo could be the player in question, given his versatility and hunger to impress. Regardless of the name, the key takeaway is that United may be keeping a potent attacking weapon on the bench while goals remain hard to come by.
The news has divided opinion among fans. Some argue Sesko should be dropped immediately in favor of the mystery man, while others caution that excelling in training doesn’t always translate into match-winning performances. Still, the bigger issue seems to be Amorim’s insistence on sticking with certain players despite visible struggles.
This isn’t the first time his selection choices have come under scrutiny, and if Mazraoui’s claims stir unrest within the squad, United could be heading toward another internal storm. The question now is whether Amorim will finally gamble on the hidden talent waiting in the wings or continue his loyalty to Sesko, risking more frustration from both players and fans.
What’s certain is that the striker debate has now spilled out into the open, and Amorim can no longer avoid addressing it.
