"Manchester United reportedly relied heavily on data to pursue their transfer targets this summer, which is what led them to choose a move for Benjamin Sesko over Viktor Gyokeres. Both strikers were seen as likely to move this summer, after impressing at RB Leipzig and Sporting Lisbon, respectively. After a lengthy saga, Sesko ended up at Man Utd while Gyokeres joined Arsenal, even though the latter could have linked up with his former Sporting manager Ruben Amorim at Old Trafford."
"United will feel they got the younger player with more room to improve over time, but it's not really been the most convincing start for him in Manchester. Gyokeres hasn't been quite as prolific for Arsenal as he was for Sporting, but overall the Sweden international probably looks like the better signing overall, at least based on what we've seen so far."
"Ultimately, we'll have to wait a bit longer to work out which of these signings is the best. United didn't sign Sesko as someone who would necessarily hit the ground running, so they'll hope some improvement comes soon, but surely with a decent degree of patience. Still, if Sesko doesn't add to his two goals soon then there'll be some concerns that they've signed another Rasmus Hojlund or Joshua Zirkzee."
Manchester United prioritized a data-led evaluation when targeting strikers, choosing Benjamin Sesko over Viktor Gyokeres based on tactical fit and long-term potential. Sesko moved from RB Leipzig to Manchester United, while Gyokeres joined Arsenal after a prolonged transfer saga. Early-season output shows Gyokeres with six goals in 14 appearances and Sesko with two goals and one assist in 12 games. United expect Sesko to develop rather than immediately deliver, and patience is anticipated. Concerns exist that continued low scoring could mirror previous underperforming signings like Rasmus Hojlund or Joshua Zirkzee.
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