So he has every chance of becoming one of the most exciting talents to ever grace the Premier League. Standing at 6ft 4in, he has a similar physical profile to the Norwegian superstar, a man he has found himself compared to often. Sesko might just have the best blend of speed, power, and technical ability. His scoring ability and versatility on the pitch has put him in the spotlight.
Sesko made his high-profile Bundesliga switch from Red Bull Salzburg in 2021. Since then, he has produced some truly phenomenal artistry in the Bundesliga. In fact, at club level he’s recorded an incredible 39 goals in just 87 appearances. This is an example of his well-roundedness to always be scoring. In May, he netted his most recent strike during a breathtaking 3-3 finish against Bayern Munich. After utilising his unreal acceleration to flick the ball past defender Eric Dier, he did enough to meet a perfectly placed lofted through ball from Xavi Simons. His second touch produced a truly remarkable long-range first-time finish. Goalkeeper Jonas Urbig was left completely helpless, and with this goal, his image as a beast up front was firmly established.
Scoring Prowess and Goalscoring Variety
Sesko’s scoring repertoire is varied and impressive, with goals from both feet and all places on the pitch. The time he has proven that he can score from nearly anywhere on the field, turning him into a 24/7 threat to opposing defenses. His shot map from the past two Bundesliga seasons tells a surprising stat. A surprising amount of his attempts are of the statistically improbable to produce goals variety. Yet, Sesko has consistently defied the odds.
Only Crystal Palace’s heading specialist Cheikhou Kouyate has scored more goals with his head during this period, with eight. He really uses his crazy bounce and height to pull it off. That unique aerial ability pairs nicely with his finishing from a variety of angles and distances. In addition, Sesko’s five fast-break goals have him tied for third in the division, further emphasizing his ability to counterattack brilliantly.
Technical Skill and Dribbling Ability
Sesko’s talent stretches further than his physical gifts. He’s a brilliant dribbler, slipping through the smallest of openings and juggling around opposition players with his elite technical skill. He’s a master at taking his issues opponents won’t see coming. When he’s at full steam uphill toward the goal, he’s as exciting a player to watch as there is in Bundesliga soccer. Last season, he completed 1.46 successful take-ons per 90 minutes, the most of any out-and-out striker in the league.
The versatility of pace, power, and finesse/chip enables Sesko to have the impact he does offensively, making chances for himself as well as for teammates. His dribbling ability doesn’t just create his own scoring chances it creates for everyone else on the pitch. His dynamic, multi-dimensional approach to attack makes him an especially attractive investment for any player seeking to bolster their offensive repertoire.
Overperforming Expectations
Sesko’s output while on loan at RB Leipzig is most impressive. His goal production is always above expected, consistently over-performing his expected goals (xG). Over the last two seasons combined, he has scored an amazing 27 goals in the Bundesliga. He did it with only 17.7 expected goals (xG), highlighting his ability to score when he’s presented the most difficult chances. This precision reveals his deadly clinical finishing and instinctive goal-scoring ability.
On top of all of that, Sesko is the most experienced player on this list. He has surpassed 250 appearances for club and country already. This accomplishment showcases his versatility and mental fortitude on some of the most competitive platforms, such as the UEFA Champions League. As it stands, he’s tallied double digits in goals for five straight years. This record further cements his legacy as one of the most dependable goal-scorers.
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