Benjamin Šeško has finally shed light on the surprising twist that saw him join Manchester United over Newcastle United, despite the latter offering an astronomical wage. The young Slovenian striker, one of Europe’s hottest prospects, revealed that Newcastle’s attempt to lure him with triple his current salary wasn’t enough to sway his heart. His decision, he insists, was driven by something much deeper than money.
Speaking to MUTV, Šeško explained that most people would assume he picked United for the prestige, the Champions League stage, or the global recognition. But those were not the decisive factors for him. Instead, his choice was sparked by a personal and unexpected connection that made all the difference.
That connection came in the form of Manchester United legend Robin van Persie, who recently joined Erik ten Hag’s backroom staff. Before the transfer was finalized, Van Persie reached out to Šeško with a heartfelt conversation that left a lasting impression.
According to the 22-year-old striker, Van Persie told him he saw himself in Šeško—sharing the same hunger, style, and winning mentality. He assured the young forward that Manchester United could offer him the platform to become one of the best in the world, rather than just one of the highest-paid. For Šeško, those words hit home more than any financial package could.
Šeško admitted that working under a coaching team featuring one of his childhood heroes was an opportunity he simply couldn’t turn down. The emotional weight of that moment eclipsed Newcastle’s record-breaking financial offer, making his choice feel inevitable.
Within days, the deal was sealed. Manchester United paid £58 million to RB Leipzig to secure their new number 9. The Old Trafford faithful are already brimming with excitement, eager to see Šeško lead their attack this season.
Meanwhile, Newcastle have been left licking their wounds. They had high hopes that Šeško would transform their attack and push them firmly into the upper tier of English football. Instead, they’ve been reminded that ambition and passion can still trump financial might.
For Manchester United, Šeško’s signing sends a clear message: they are not just recruiting talent—they are building a team with the mentality and desire to make history. This transfer is more than a business deal; it’s a statement of intent.
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