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Former Manchester United striker Dimitar Berbatov has told Benjamin Sesko what he must do to succeed in a Red Devils’ shirt – and it involves screaming and swearing at teammates if necessary.

The Pressure of Leading the Line

United signed Sesko from RB Leipzig this summer in a deal worth £74 million after Ruben Amorim demanded a new striker to lead the line at Old Trafford.

Neither Rasmus Hojlund nor Joshua Zirkzee – signed for combined fees totalling in excess of £100m across successive transfer windows – convinced the Portuguese coach of their suitability to his system last season.

Zirkzee is more of a number ten than a nine, as Amorim has consistently deployed him, while Hojlund’s ineffectiveness led to his departure, with the Dane joining Napoli on a season-long loan with a buy clause.

Sesko’s arrival came late in the summer window, meaning his introduction was delayed and he has taken time to get up to speed. A run of six appearances without a goal or assist saw pressure ramp up on the 22-year-old striker.

Back-to-back goals against Brentford and Sunderland have eased the situation, however, with Sesko’s all-round play improving as well, demonstrated by a...